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DG03 GBU

2003 Honda FES250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,508 mi
Last recorded35,508 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Honda FES25013,171 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 GBU
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 35,508 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seat frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 34,651 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame (6.1.1a)

Fail 15 Nov 2017 34,651 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame (6.1.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 33,730 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 31,923 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2015 31,921 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2014 30,935 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 25,843 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2013 25,843 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 23,565 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 18,610 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 13,896 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 11,153 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 9,116 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 6,560 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 3,044 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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DG03 GBU is a 2003 Honda FES250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DG03 GBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG03 GBU registered?

DG03 GBU is a 2003 Honda FES250, first registered on 25 March 2003.

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