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S301 NVP

1998 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

14,549 mi
Last recorded14,549 miles
Recorded on10 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS301 NVP
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2022 14,549 miles

Rear brake control only just meets requirements - advise service or adjustment

Pass 4 Sep 2020 14,451 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 14,451 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2019 14,252 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 14,252 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 13,814 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 13,297 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2015 12,738 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 11,023 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 10,032 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 9,936 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 9,631 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 9,450 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 27 May 2009 9,090 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 May 2008 8,836 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 8,836 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2007 8,480 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 8,480 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 May 2006 7,994 miles

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

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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S301 NVP is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 S301 NVP, 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.

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What year was S301 NVP registered?

S301 NVP is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S301 NVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S301 NVP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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