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V969 DCW

1999 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,743 mi
Last recorded27,743 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda FES25019,307 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV969 DCW
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2025 27,743 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 47,315 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 25,333 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 25,019 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 25,018 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 24,369 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 23,669 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 23,603 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 19,645 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 15,453 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 13,921 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 10,039 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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V969 DCW is a 1999 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 19,307 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 V969 DCW, 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 27 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 V969 DCW?

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What year was V969 DCW registered?

V969 DCW is a 1999 Honda FES250, first registered on 16 September 1999.

Is V969 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V969 DCW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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