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R532 WGC

1998 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,697 mi
Last recorded45,697 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR532 WGC
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2014 45,697 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 38,609 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 31,108 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 2,450 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 20,330 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2008 18,919 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 18,428 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 18,428 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 May 2006 18,151 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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R532 WGC is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R532 WGC, 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 R532 WGC registered?

R532 WGC is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R532 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R532 WGC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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