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R960 YVG

1997 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,038 mi
Last recorded38,038 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda FES25021,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR960 YVG
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 38,038 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 38,038 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Lower Rear upper engine bush has very sight play.

Pass 3 Feb 2022 37,896 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 37,479 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 36,684 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 36,438 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 36,438 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 35,871 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 35,176 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 34,507 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 33,904 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 32,813 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 31,848 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 30,804 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 29,542 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 28,044 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 25,662 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 23,084 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 19,665 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 17,598 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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R960 YVG is a 1997 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R960 YVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R960 YVG registered?

R960 YVG is a 1997 Honda FES250, first registered on 8 November 1997.

Is R960 YVG safe to buy?

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