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Y389 AEX

2001 Honda FES250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

55,180 mi
Last recorded55,180 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda FES25017,144 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY389 AEX
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 55,180 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 51,899 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 49,737 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 45,485 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 42,605 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 41,060 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 41,056 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 36,251 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 29,632 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 23,591 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 22,189 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 20,523 miles

rear tyre worn

Pass 28 Sep 2011 8,087 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 14,012 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 9,716 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 8,098 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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Y389 AEX is a 2001 Honda FES250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2001 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 17,144 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 Y389 AEX, 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 25 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 Y389 AEX registered?

Y389 AEX is a 2001 Honda FES250, first registered on 8 March 2001.

Is Y389 AEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y389 AEX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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