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R309 LKH

1998 Honda FES250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,956 mi
Last recorded41,956 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR309 LKH
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 41,956 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2018 41,848 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2017 37,879 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 Nov 2017 37,879 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 32,823 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 28,646 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 28,618 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 28,618 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 28,568 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 28,241 miles

slight perish marks in tread of rear tyre

Pass 24 Mar 2010 26,843 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 25,435 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 23,301 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 20,941 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 19,150 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 19,150 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle dirty and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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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R309 LKH 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 75%.

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 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 R309 LKH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R309 LKH registered?

R309 LKH is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R309 LKH safe to buy?

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