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R946 FGJ

1997 Honda FES250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,080 mi
Last recorded42,080 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda FES25021,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR946 FGJ
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 42,080 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 41,354 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 41,137 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 40,823 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2016 40,823 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Sep 2015 40,420 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 40,116 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 39,850 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 22,148 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 21,468 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 21,468 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 21,012 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 20,272 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 20,272 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 19,866 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 19,263 miles

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 8,758 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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R946 FGJ is a 1997 Honda FES250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 R946 FGJ, 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 R946 FGJ registered?

R946 FGJ is a 1997 Honda FES250, first registered on 8 October 1997.

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The MOT history for R946 FGJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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