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S3 HBM

2001 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

30,007 mi
Last recorded30,007 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda FES25017,144 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 HBM
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 30,007 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 29,791 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 29,655 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2023 29,655 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 29,329 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 28,752 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 28,383 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 27,884 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 26,967 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 26,623 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 25,940 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2016 25,902 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded centre stand framework corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 24,612 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 23,518 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 22,364 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 22,341 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 21,201 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 20,154 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 19,457 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 19,027 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 16,935 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 14,357 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 11,781 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 11,781 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 10,797 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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S3 HBM is a 2001 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2001 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 17,144 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 S3 HBM, 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 25 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 S3 HBM registered?

S3 HBM is a 2001 Honda FES250, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is S3 HBM safe to buy?

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