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V490 SVV

1999 Honda FES125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,889 mi
Last recorded22,889 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2020
Typical for 1999 Honda FES12514,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV490 SVV
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2020 22,889 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced headstock around welded area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

broken lock wire holding bodywork together on upper nearside of bodywork sticking out

canoy see chassis clearly as almost all covered in plastic bodywork

number plate cable tied on but secure

oil leak from oil tank

oil leak from rear of gearbox lower

Fail 18 Feb 2020 22,889 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced headstock around welded area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

broken lock wire holding bodywork together on upper nearside of bodywork sticking out

canoy see chassis clearly as almost all covered in plastic bodywork

number plate cable tied on but secure

oil leak from oil tank

oil leak from rear of gearbox lower

Pass 13 Feb 2019 19,928 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 19,784 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 19,638 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 19,426 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 18,582 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 18,399 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 18,133 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 17,265 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 13,331 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 12,381 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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V490 SVV is a 1999 Honda FES125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 V490 SVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V490 SVV registered?

V490 SVV is a 1999 Honda FES125, first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is V490 SVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V490 SVV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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