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R230 UWL

1997 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,610 mi
Last recorded21,610 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda FES25021,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR230 UWL
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2013 21,610 miles

front brake slightly tight

Pass 12 Jan 2012 20,098 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 17,468 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 15,093 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 14,988 miles

Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 13,822 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 10,626 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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R230 UWL is a 1997 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 21,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R230 UWL, 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 29 years old, this Honda FES250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R230 UWL registered?

R230 UWL is a 1997 Honda FES250, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R230 UWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R230 UWL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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