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P542 PYX

1996 Honda CMX250

Blue Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,020 mi
Last recorded26,020 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Honda CMX25012,587 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP542 PYX
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 26,020 miles

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

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 24,330 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 20,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2011 20,709 miles

Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 19,180 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 19,177 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 16,142 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 16,142 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 13,127 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 13,007 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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P542 PYX is a 1996 Honda CMX250 in Blue with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P542 PYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P542 PYX registered?

P542 PYX is a 1996 Honda CMX250, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P542 PYX safe to buy?

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