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S42 NJR

1998 Honda FES125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,751 mi
Last recorded1,751 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda FES12513,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS42 NJR
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2012 1,751 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 1,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 1,751 miles

vehicle frame thin with corrosion

Pass 28 Jun 2008 1,751 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 1,751 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 1,751 miles
Fail 28 May 2005 1,750 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 28 May 2005 1,750 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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S42 NJR is a 1998 Honda FES125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S42 NJR, 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 S42 NJR registered?

S42 NJR is a 1998 Honda FES125, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is S42 NJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S42 NJR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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