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W388 GFC

2000 Honda FES250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

8,806 mi
Last recorded8,806 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda FES25017,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW388 GFC
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 8,806 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 8,454 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 8,002 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 8,001 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2021 8,001 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 7,992 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 May 2019 7,979 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 7,965 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 7,936 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 7,795 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2015 7,724 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 7,696 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 7,610 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 May 2013 7,610 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 7,564 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 7,391 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 7,208 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 7,178 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 7,073 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2007 6,868 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 6,304 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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W388 GFC is a 2000 Honda FES250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 W388 GFC, 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.

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What year was W388 GFC registered?

W388 GFC is a 2000 Honda FES250, first registered on 2 June 2000.

Is W388 GFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W388 GFC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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