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S933 TAO

1998 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

20,661 mi
Last recorded20,661 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS933 TAO
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 20,661 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 20,539 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 20,372 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 20,294 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 20,007 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 19,329 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 18,566 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 16,440 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 16,388 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 14,718 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 12,871 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 11,643 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 11,338 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 7,166 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 7,148 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 7,094 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 6,997 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 6,949 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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S933 TAO is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S933 TAO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S933 TAO?

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What year was S933 TAO registered?

S933 TAO is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S933 TAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S933 TAO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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