MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,935 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R488 BVV is a 1997 Honda FES250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 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 R488 BVV, 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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How do I check the history of R488 BVV?
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What year was R488 BVV registered?
R488 BVV is a 1997 Honda FES250, first registered on 15 September 1997.
Is R488 BVV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R488 BVV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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