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R347 NFX

1998 Honda FES250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,938 mi
Last recorded18,938 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR347 NFX
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2012 18,938 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 18,905 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 17,844 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 17,807 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 24 May 2010 17,054 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 16,930 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2009 15,876 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 14,695 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2007 13,253 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 11,903 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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R347 NFX is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R347 NFX, 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 R347 NFX registered?

R347 NFX is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R347 NFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R347 NFX shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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