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R724 KVV

1998 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,601 mi
Last recorded29,601 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR724 KVV
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 29,601 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 29,248 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 28,424 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 28,219 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 28,196 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 28,160 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 28,114 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 28,075 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 27,438 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 28,482 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 28,482 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 27,487 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 27,264 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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R724 KVV is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R724 KVV, 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

How do I check the history of R724 KVV?

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What year was R724 KVV registered?

R724 KVV is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R724 KVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R724 KVV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R724 KVV have outstanding finance?

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