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R743 OPY

1998 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,433 mi
Last recorded31,433 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR743 OPY
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 31,433 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 30,991 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 30,991 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 30,482 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 29,677 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 28,377 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 26,465 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 26,376 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 26,130 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 25,697 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 24,447 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 23,742 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 21 May 2010 23,742 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 28,899 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 22,077 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 May 2008 22,077 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2007 21,199 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 20,298 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 20,298 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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R743 OPY is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R743 OPY, 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 R743 OPY registered?

R743 OPY is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is R743 OPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R743 OPY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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