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N542 FPX

1996 Honda CMX250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

11,756 mi
Last recorded11,756 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Honda CMX25012,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN542 FPX
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 11,756 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 11,768 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 11,732 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 11,698 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 10,994 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 8,324 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 776 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 3 Feb 2009 7,763 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 6,984 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 3,791 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 3,791 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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N542 FPX is a 1996 Honda CMX250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda CMX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 12,587 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N542 FPX, 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 30 years old, this Honda CMX250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N542 FPX registered?

N542 FPX is a 1996 Honda CMX250, first registered on 2 February 1996.

Is N542 FPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N542 FPX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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