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R953 EFU

1998 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,842 mi
Last recorded18,842 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR953 EFU
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2026 18,842 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 18,099 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 17,476 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 16,117 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 15,643 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 15,244 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 14,635 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 14,029 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 13,186 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 11,989 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 10,070 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 9,515 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 9,194 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 8,835 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 8,834 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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R953 EFU is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R953 EFU, 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 R953 EFU registered?

R953 EFU is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 9 February 1998.

Is R953 EFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R953 EFU shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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