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ODL 738X

1981 Honda CM250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

82,522 mi
Last recorded82,522 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Honda CM25027,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODL 738X
MakeHonda
ModelCM250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 82,522 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 82,327 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 82,085 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 81,496 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 80,304 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 80,272 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

rear brake at maximum adjustment

Pass 19 Mar 2012 78,844 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 77,519 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 76,361 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 74,789 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 73,219 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 70,915 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front tyre is wrong type

rear tyre has a light score around the tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2006 68,516 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CM250?

Based on 1,826 MOT tests across 299 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
242
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
299
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Drive chain excessively loose 14
Throttle operating incorrectly 12
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ODL 738X is a 1981 Honda CM250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1981 Honda CM250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 27,602 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CM250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ODL 738X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CM250 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Honda CM250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ODL 738X?

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What year was ODL 738X registered?

ODL 738X is a 1981 Honda CM250, first registered on 31 August 1981.

Is ODL 738X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODL 738X shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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