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C171 CRU

1986 Honda CMX250

Red Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

34,521 mi
Last recorded34,521 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda CMX25018,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC171 CRU
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 34,521 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 32,911 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 30,317 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 27,469 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 23,935 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Apr 2022 23,935 miles

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 20,783 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 16,893 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 16,893 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 13,747 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 11,571 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 9,889 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 8,212 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 6,694 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 4,801 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Apr 2013 2,701 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 1,849 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 1,788 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 1,396 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 1,396 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

How Reliable is the Honda CMX250?

Based on 4,794 MOT tests across 477 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
299
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 68
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Drive chain excessively loose 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
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C171 CRU is a 1986 Honda CMX250 in Red with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1986 Honda CMX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 18,487 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CMX250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C171 CRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CMX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Honda CMX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C171 CRU registered?

C171 CRU is a 1986 Honda CMX250, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C171 CRU safe to buy?

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