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R389 AAG

1997 Honda CMX250

Blue Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,861 mi
Last recorded14,861 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda CMX2509,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR389 AAG
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 14,861 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 14,818 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 14,777 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 14,777 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 13,104 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 13,104 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 11,217 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 11,217 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 10,991 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Jul 2010 10,991 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2008 10,731 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 10,387 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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R389 AAG is a 1997 Honda CMX250 in Blue with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R389 AAG, 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 R389 AAG registered?

R389 AAG is a 1997 Honda CMX250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R389 AAG safe to buy?

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