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S505 TDW

1998 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

39,320 mi
Last recorded39,320 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS505 TDW
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2023 39,320 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 39,163 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 39,162 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 38,766 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 38,642 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 37,486 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2019 37,486 miles

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 35,810 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 34,033 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 19 Jun 2017 34,033 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 32,112 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 30,092 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 29,624 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 29,271 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 28,790 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 28,107 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 28,107 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 27,547 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 26,144 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 26,144 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2008 19,550 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 11,602 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 3,082 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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S505 TDW is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 S505 TDW, 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 S505 TDW registered?

S505 TDW is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 11 August 1998.

Is S505 TDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S505 TDW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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