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R56 CVG

1998 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

22,840 mi
Last recorded22,840 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 CVG
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 22,840 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 22,358 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 22,194 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 21,619 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 21,341 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 19,767 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 May 2014 18,410 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 15,178 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2013 15,125 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 14,797 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 14,410 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 13,620 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 13,620 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2009 12,143 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 11,349 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 10,254 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 9,268 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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R56 CVG is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R56 CVG, 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 R56 CVG registered?

R56 CVG is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R56 CVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 CVG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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