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R970 CVM

1998 Honda CMX250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

36,098 mi
Last recorded36,098 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CMX25012,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR970 CVM
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 36,098 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 36,098 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticking handle bar grip catching on thottle body (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 36,088 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 35,965 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 35,965 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2020 35,713 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 May 2019 33,121 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 29,946 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 26,587 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 23,515 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 20,295 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 16,120 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 12,138 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 7,025 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 3,470 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 3,302 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 3,259 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 2,971 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 2,722 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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R970 CVM is a 1998 Honda CMX250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R970 CVM, 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 R970 CVM registered?

R970 CVM is a 1998 Honda CMX250, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R970 CVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R970 CVM shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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