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R727 FNH

1998 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,782 mi
Last recorded14,782 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR727 FNH
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 14,782 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyres n/s + o/s sidewalls have superficual cracking

Pass 1 May 2015 14,658 miles

1. Front tyre becoming perished. 2. Slight leak on rear shock absorber, not bouncy at time of test.

Pass 24 May 2014 13,178 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2011 12,442 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 12,232 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 12,232 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 11,669 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 9,625 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 9,498 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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R727 FNH is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R727 FNH, 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 R727 FNH registered?

R727 FNH is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R727 FNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R727 FNH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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