Honda Cmx250
MotorcycleFrom 302 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are exhaust system leaking or insecure, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, exhaust system leaking or insecure, caused 4 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 4 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 4 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap | 3 |
| a spoke missing, cracked, excessively loose, bent or corroded | 3 |
| a tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords | 2 |
| a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber | 2 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 29.6% of Cmx250 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £70.
Typical mileage
Half of all Cmx250s tested had between 4,318 and 15,527 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 11,299 median miles, the Cmx250 has 0.15 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Cmx250 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cmx250 has a 83.1% MOT pass rate based on 302 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cmx250?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cmx250 is exhaust system leaking or insecure, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cmx250 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cmx250 is 11,299 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,318 and 15,527 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.