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S285 ARR

1998 Honda CMX250

Blue Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,462 mi
Last recorded49,462 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda CMX25012,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS285 ARR
MakeHonda
ModelCMX250
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2014 49,462 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 13 Aug 2014 49,462 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 41,754 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 41,754 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 32,554 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 25,090 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 16,726 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 7,950 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 7,034 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 6,909 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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S285 ARR is a 1998 Honda CMX250 in Blue with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 S285 ARR, 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 S285 ARR registered?

S285 ARR is a 1998 Honda CMX250, first registered on 18 September 1998.

Is S285 ARR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S285 ARR shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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