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R342 GFG

1997 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,310 mi
Last recorded18,310 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda FES25021,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR342 GFG
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 18,310 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 18,239 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 17,730 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 17,538 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 17,534 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 16,258 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Apr 2011 12,655 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 12,655 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2010 9,892 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 9,505 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 9,352 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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R342 GFG is a 1997 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R342 GFG, 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 R342 GFG registered?

R342 GFG is a 1997 Honda FES250, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R342 GFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R342 GFG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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