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R83 DFB

1996 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,129 mi
Last recorded5,129 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 DFB
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2012 5,129 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2011 5,042 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 5,038 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 5,015 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Sep 2008 5,015 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 4,928 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 4,867 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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R83 DFB is a 1996 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R83 DFB, 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 30 years old, this Honda FES250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R83 DFB registered?

R83 DFB is a 1996 Honda FES250, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is R83 DFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 DFB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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