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DF03 LPC

2003 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

38,214 mi
Last recorded38,214 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda FES25013,171 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 LPC
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 38,214 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear suspension has slightly reduced damping effect

Pass 6 Oct 2018 37,092 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2018 37,092 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2016 36,006 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 26,934 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 18,777 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 18,777 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2013 9,550 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 4,185 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 4,185 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2011 2,888 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 2,780 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 2,627 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 2,094 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 2,072 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 1,844 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 1,468 miles

How Reliable is the Honda FES250?

Based on 6,421 MOT tests across 585 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
585
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 190
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 66
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 57
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DF03 LPC is a 2003 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 13,171 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 FES250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 190 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF03 LPC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FES250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda FES250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DF03 LPC registered?

DF03 LPC is a 2003 Honda FES250, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is DF03 LPC safe to buy?

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