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R52 NMR

1998 Honda FES250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

45,665 mi
Last recorded45,665 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 NMR
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 45,665 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 44,297 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 44,208 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 44,208 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 44,203 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 44,125 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 44,119 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2012 43,886 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 42,707 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 40,842 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 38,393 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 35,342 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 35,342 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 35,114 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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R52 NMR is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R52 NMR, 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 R52 NMR registered?

R52 NMR is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R52 NMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 NMR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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