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J866 LPO

1997 Honda Crm 250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,842 mi
Last recorded42,842 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Crm 25023,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ866 LPO
MakeHonda
ModelCrm 250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 42,842 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2025 41,586 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 38,942 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 37,898 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 37,268 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 34,194 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 38,161 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 26,980 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 24,135 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 17,021 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Honda Crm 250?

Based on 1,083 MOT tests across 131 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
Tyre is unsuitable 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
wheel bearings have excessive free play 17
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J866 LPO is a 1997 Honda Crm 250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Honda Crm 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 23,216 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Crm 250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J866 LPO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Crm 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Crm 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J866 LPO registered?

J866 LPO is a 1997 Honda Crm 250, first registered on 11 December 1997.

Is J866 LPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J866 LPO shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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