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S292 TVU

1998 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

12,353 mi
Last recorded12,353 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS292 TVU
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 12,353 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 11,874 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 11,498 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 10,567 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 8,040 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2022 7,979 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 5,218 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 5,216 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 4,830 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 4,825 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 4,820 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 4,622 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 4,530 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 4,524 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 4,524 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2012 4,411 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 4,224 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 4,178 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 3,955 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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S292 TVU is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 S292 TVU, 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

How do I check the history of S292 TVU?

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What year was S292 TVU registered?

S292 TVU is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 26 October 1998.

Is S292 TVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S292 TVU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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