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P179 BFP

1996 Honda CMX250

Black Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,416 mi
Last recorded11,416 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CMX25012,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP179 BFP
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 11,416 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 11,379 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2025 11,377 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 11,363 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 11,257 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2022 11,235 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2011 11,038 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 10,709 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 10,572 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 10,572 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 10,572 miles

Offside Lower Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 10,025 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 9,013 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 8,787 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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P179 BFP is a 1996 Honda CMX250 in Black with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P179 BFP, 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 P179 BFP registered?

P179 BFP is a 1996 Honda CMX250, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P179 BFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P179 BFP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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