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S279 RUJ

1998 Honda FES125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,366 mi
Last recorded17,366 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda FES12513,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS279 RUJ
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 17,366 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 17,356 miles

tyre pressures need checking

Pass 26 Mar 2014 17,097 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 16,480 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 16,246 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 11,520 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fuel cap missing (7.2.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 11,520 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 7,786 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 6,317 miles

How Reliable is the Honda FES125?

Based on 22,568 MOT tests across 2,436 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
1,456
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 730
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 728
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 654
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 290
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 245
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S279 RUJ is a 1998 Honda FES125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 13,847 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda FES125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S279 RUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FES125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda FES125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of S279 RUJ?

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What year was S279 RUJ registered?

S279 RUJ is a 1998 Honda FES125, first registered on 30 October 1998.

Is S279 RUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S279 RUJ 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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