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R527 FNO

1998 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,522 mi
Last recorded37,522 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR527 FNO
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2022 37,522 miles

Central Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2016 37,179 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 37,174 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 35,052 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 35,052 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2014 34,384 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2014 34,384 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 28,960 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2013 28,955 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 27,443 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 27,440 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 27,431 miles

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

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 15 May 2007 25,389 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 25,376 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2006 22,859 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 22,855 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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R527 FNO 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 50%.

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 R527 FNO, 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 R527 FNO registered?

R527 FNO is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 23 April 1998.

Is R527 FNO safe to buy?

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