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D494 ELF

1987 Honda CMX250

Black Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,584 mi
Last recorded21,584 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 1987 Honda CMX25021,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD494 ELF
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 21,584 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 21,583 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 21,097 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 21,097 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 May 2018 21,003 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 20,044 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 19,123 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 17,147 miles

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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D494 ELF is a 1987 Honda CMX250 in Black with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D494 ELF, 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.

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What year was D494 ELF registered?

D494 ELF is a 1987 Honda CMX250, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D494 ELF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D494 ELF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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