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RHL 535X

1982 Honda CM250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

6,970 mi
Last recorded6,970 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1982 Honda CM25025,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHL 535X
MakeHonda
ModelCM250
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 6,970 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 6,492 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 6,438 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 6,205 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2019 5,179 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 4,786 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 4,772 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 4,639 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 4,315 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 4,315 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 3,974 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 3,404 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 28 Nov 2012 3,404 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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RHL 535X is a 1982 Honda CM250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1982 Honda CM250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 25,276 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 RHL 535X, 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 44 years old, this Honda CM250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RHL 535X registered?

RHL 535X is a 1982 Honda CM250, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is RHL 535X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHL 535X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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