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R327 VAW

1997 Honda CMX250

Blue Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

10,125 mi
Last recorded10,125 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda CMX2509,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR327 VAW
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 10,125 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 9,977 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 9,971 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected rear brake binding not releasing after pressed (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Brake performance not tested due to rear brake binding after being pressed (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both exhaust pipes at the clamps (6.1.2 (a))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements does not work with rear brake pedal (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2016 9,064 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Sep 2016 9,056 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 7,989 miles

Rear tyre cracking on side walls

Fail 25 Sep 2015 7,984 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 20 Oct 2012 7,279 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 5,835 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 5,801 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 5,716 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 5,601 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 5,421 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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R327 VAW is a 1997 Honda CMX250 in Blue with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 R327 VAW, 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 R327 VAW registered?

R327 VAW is a 1997 Honda CMX250, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R327 VAW safe to buy?

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