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S852 RLK

1998 Honda FES125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

21,362 mi
Last recorded21,362 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda FES12513,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS852 RLK
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 21,362 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2016 21,359 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 19,087 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 19,087 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 18,863 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 18,762 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 18,681 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 18,551 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 18,547 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 18,239 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 18,122 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 17,790 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 17,518 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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S852 RLK is a 1998 Honda FES125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S852 RLK, 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 S852 RLK registered?

S852 RLK is a 1998 Honda FES125, first registered on 22 September 1998.

Is S852 RLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S852 RLK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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