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R494 HGC

1998 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,491 mi
Last recorded37,491 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR494 HGC
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 37,491 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 36,711 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 35,837 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 35,166 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 33,013 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 32,562 miles

rear brake control has little reserve

Pass 7 May 2013 31,492 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2012 30,094 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 28,629 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 27,529 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 25,318 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 24,066 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2007 19,470 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 19,470 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2006 15,341 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2006 15,341 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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R494 HGC is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R494 HGC, 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 R494 HGC registered?

R494 HGC is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R494 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R494 HGC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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