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R440 VOG

1998 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,982 mi
Last recorded19,982 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR440 VOG
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2024 19,982 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Dec 2024 19,975 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 19,969 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 19,963 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 19,953 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 19,911 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 19,872 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 19,798 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 19,658 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 19,374 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 19,027 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2013 18,527 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 18,352 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 17,911 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 17,136 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 16,164 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 14,862 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 13,731 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 12,628 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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R440 VOG is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 R440 VOG, 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 R440 VOG registered?

R440 VOG is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R440 VOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R440 VOG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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