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D474 LEL

1987 Honda CMX250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,343 mi
Last recorded38,343 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda CMX25021,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD474 LEL
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 38,343 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 38,292 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 38,288 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 38,168 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 37,941 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 37,941 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 May 2017 37,886 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 37,722 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 37,580 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 37,421 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 36,898 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 36,103 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 35,662 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2010 35,662 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2009 34,394 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 32,869 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Aug 2007 32,869 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 30,970 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 30,970 miles

Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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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D474 LEL is a 1987 Honda CMX250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1987 Honda CMX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 21,621 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 D474 LEL, 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 39 years old, this Honda CMX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D474 LEL?

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What year was D474 LEL registered?

D474 LEL is a 1987 Honda CMX250, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D474 LEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D474 LEL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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