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S396 THB

1998 Honda FES125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,409 mi
Last recorded17,409 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda FES12513,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS396 THB
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 17,409 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 17,409 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 17,409 miles

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Number plate light fitted upside down!

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Noise from rear of bike when rear wheel rotated. Possible hub bearing or final drive problem.

Pass 25 May 2012 17,409 miles

Number plate light not working.

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 May 2011 17,409 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 13 May 2010 17,060 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 15,480 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 13,554 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 12,303 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 10,244 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 10,243 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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S396 THB is a 1998 Honda FES125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S396 THB, 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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What year was S396 THB registered?

S396 THB is a 1998 Honda FES125, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is S396 THB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S396 THB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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