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R680 EKN

1997 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,721 mi
Last recorded29,721 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda FES25021,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR680 EKN
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 29,721 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 28,277 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 24,361 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 22,572 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 21,594 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 21,576 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 20,601 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 20,182 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 20,003 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 19,925 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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R680 EKN is a 1997 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 21,468 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 R680 EKN, 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 29 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 R680 EKN registered?

R680 EKN is a 1997 Honda FES250, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R680 EKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R680 EKN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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