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W161 UMY

2000 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,959 mi
Last recorded8,959 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2024
Typical for 2000 Honda FES25017,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW161 UMY
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2024 8,959 miles

Front tyre wearing unevenly

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged slight cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 8,742 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 8,321 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 7,941 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 7,878 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2015 7,867 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 7,838 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 6,983 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 5,348 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 4,869 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 2,383 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 2,345 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 2,281 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 2,176 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 2,122 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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W161 UMY is a 2000 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,470 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 W161 UMY, 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 26 years old, this Honda FES250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W161 UMY registered?

W161 UMY is a 2000 Honda FES250, first registered on 25 July 2000.

Is W161 UMY safe to buy?

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