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R842 MFL

1998 Honda FES250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,535 mi
Last recorded26,535 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR842 MFL
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2013 26,535 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 26,391 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 24,481 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 24,476 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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 5 Mar 2010 22,580 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 20,242 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 19,569 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 14,393 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 9,476 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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R842 MFL is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Blue 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 R842 MFL, 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 R842 MFL registered?

R842 MFL is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R842 MFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R842 MFL 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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