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R244 MKN

1998 Honda FES250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,543 mi
Last recorded20,543 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR244 MKN
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 20,543 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 20,351 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 20,236 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 19,777 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 19,366 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 18,692 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 17,925 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 16,926 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 14,969 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 13,329 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 11,749 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 11,604 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 2,944 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 2,944 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2005 1,732 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2005 1,732 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Tyres excessively under-inflated. Tester has inflated to correct pressure.

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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R244 MKN is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 19,374 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 R244 MKN, 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 28 years old, this Honda FES250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R244 MKN registered?

R244 MKN is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 8 February 1998.

Is R244 MKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R244 MKN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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