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R598 OVN

1998 Honda FES250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

49,344 mi
Last recorded49,344 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR598 OVN
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 49,344 miles

All underbody and components corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2021 30,157 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 30,105 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 28,865 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2017 27,224 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 22,852 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2016 22,852 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 22,837 miles

advise exhaust slight corrosion

advise front tyre slight perishing and cracking of structure

advise underside slight corrosion

Pass 26 Mar 2012 22,824 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 22,057 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 21,001 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 20,012 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 19,868 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 19,639 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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R598 OVN 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 92.9%.

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 R598 OVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R598 OVN registered?

R598 OVN is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is R598 OVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R598 OVN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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