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R601 WDC

1998 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,437 mi
Last recorded21,437 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR601 WDC
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 21,437 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 21,435 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 18,873 miles

Front Disc has slight runout

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 15,198 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 14,613 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 14,267 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 13,510 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 10,143 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 10,131 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 10,093 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 9,873 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 9,430 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Mar 2010 9,420 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 8,545 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 8,239 miles

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

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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R601 WDC is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R601 WDC, 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 R601 WDC registered?

R601 WDC is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R601 WDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R601 WDC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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