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V188 ESC

1999 Honda CMX250

Black Petrol 234cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,732 mi
Last recorded11,732 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda CMX25012,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV188 ESC
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine234cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 11,732 miles

Central Front front chassis has some corrosion but not to excess

Pass 3 Oct 2023 11,438 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 11,438 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 10,998 miles

Front chassis has some corrosion but not to excess

Fail 28 Sep 2022 10,993 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front chassis has some corrosion but not to excess

Pass 23 Jan 2009 10,933 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 10,930 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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V188 ESC is a 1999 Honda CMX250 in Black with a 234cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Honda CMX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 12,491 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 V188 ESC, 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 27 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 V188 ESC registered?

V188 ESC is a 1999 Honda CMX250, first registered on 13 September 1999.

Is V188 ESC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V188 ESC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V188 ESC have outstanding finance?

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