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S974 FTA

1999 Honda FES125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,585 mi
Last recorded12,585 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2015
Typical for 1999 Honda FES12514,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS974 FTA
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2015 12,585 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 12,585 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 12,585 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 12,585 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 12,585 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front mudguard cracked

Pass 13 Oct 2011 12,585 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 12,585 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 12,585 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 12,585 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 12,585 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2008 9,376 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 5,473 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 5,451 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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S974 FTA is a 1999 Honda FES125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 14,398 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 S974 FTA, 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 27 years old, this Honda FES125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S974 FTA registered?

S974 FTA is a 1999 Honda FES125, first registered on 8 February 1999.

Is S974 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S974 FTA 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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