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R526 AKN

1997 Honda FES250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,462 mi
Last recorded9,462 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda FES25021,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR526 AKN
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 9,462 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 8,702 miles

rear tyre perished

Pass 29 Aug 2015 8,426 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 8,350 miles

rear tyre perished

Pass 15 Aug 2013 8,145 miles

rear tyre badly perished

Fail 13 Aug 2013 8,145 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

rear tyre badly perished

Pass 17 Aug 2012 8,000 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 7,879 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 7,743 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 7,527 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 7,100 miles

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)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 6,372 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 6,341 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 5,890 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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R526 AKN is a 1997 Honda FES250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R526 AKN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R526 AKN registered?

R526 AKN is a 1997 Honda FES250, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R526 AKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R526 AKN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R526 AKN have outstanding finance?

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