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R780 TKN

1997 Honda FES250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,877 mi
Last recorded33,877 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda FES25021,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR780 TKN
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 33,877 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 3,723 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 33,643 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 33,539 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 33,191 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 2,912 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 32,434 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 32,087 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 31,857 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 30,779 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 30,779 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 25,689 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 20,230 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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R780 TKN is a 1997 Honda FES250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R780 TKN, 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.

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What year was R780 TKN registered?

R780 TKN is a 1997 Honda FES250, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R780 TKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R780 TKN 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.

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