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P278 KSP

1997 Honda CMX250

Blue Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

7,673 mi
Last recorded7,673 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CMX2509,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP278 KSP
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 7,673 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 7,529 miles

Front Tyre perished

Pass 1 May 2024 7,482 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 7,228 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 6,749 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2021 5,953 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 5,054 miles

Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 4,376 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 4,376 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 May 2018 4,234 miles

Headlamp mask fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2017 4,226 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 4,223 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 3,931 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 3,770 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 3,763 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 3,760 miles

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2010 3,695 miles

front tyre cracking on sidewalls

Fail 8 Apr 2010 3,678 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

front tyre cracking on sidewalls

Pass 23 Mar 2009 3,607 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 3,422 miles

slight cracking to o/s sidewall of rear tyre

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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P278 KSP is a 1997 Honda CMX250 in Blue with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Honda CMX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 9,971 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 P278 KSP, 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 29 years old, this Honda CMX250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P278 KSP registered?

P278 KSP is a 1997 Honda CMX250, first registered on 8 April 1997.

Is P278 KSP safe to buy?

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