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S897 EAF

1998 Honda CMX250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,227 mi
Last recorded22,227 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda CMX25012,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS897 EAF
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2018 22,227 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2018 22,215 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 20,803 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2017 20,795 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 19,044 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 5 Oct 2016 19,034 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 17,201 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 13,711 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 May 2013 10,821 miles

front tyre cracked on side walls

Pass 1 Jun 2012 8,634 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 6,081 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 5,925 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 5,187 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 3,955 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 3,955 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 3,345 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2005 2,992 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2005 2,992 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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S897 EAF is a 1998 Honda CMX250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda CMX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 12,890 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 S897 EAF, 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 28 years old, this Honda CMX250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S897 EAF registered?

S897 EAF is a 1998 Honda CMX250, first registered on 1 September 1998.

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