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P963 NLR

1996 Honda CMX250

Blue Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,030 mi
Last recorded22,030 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CMX25012,587 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP963 NLR
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 22,030 miles

both tyres slightly perished.

Fail 13 Oct 2025 22,030 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

both tyres slightly perished.

Pass 7 Feb 2024 22,001 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 21,999 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 21,939 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 14 May 2021 21,636 miles

Rear tyre 15 years old

Pass 15 Sep 2017 21,518 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 21,490 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 18,517 miles

130/90/15. 3mm.

300/18.New.

F 94. R 126.

Pass 10 Mar 2014 17,477 miles

1.6mm. 300/18/47p. Needs monitoring.

4mm. 130/90/15.

Front 63Kg. Rear 114Kg.

Pass 9 Apr 2013 15,355 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 15,045 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 14,074 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 14,005 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 13,927 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 13,927 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 13,869 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 13,168 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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P963 NLR is a 1996 Honda CMX250 in Blue with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 P963 NLR, 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 P963 NLR registered?

P963 NLR is a 1996 Honda CMX250, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P963 NLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P963 NLR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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