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R326 EEX

1998 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

48,924 mi
Last recorded48,924 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR326 EEX
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 48,924 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2014 48,731 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 46,104 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2013 46,104 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 42,987 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 42,178 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 39,046 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 39,046 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 37,535 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 34,141 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 27,582 miles

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

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

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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R326 EEX is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R326 EEX, 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 R326 EEX registered?

R326 EEX is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 20 June 1998.

Is R326 EEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R326 EEX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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