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Y521 GMB

2001 Honda FES250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,030 mi
Last recorded31,030 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Honda FES25017,144 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY521 GMB
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 31,030 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 31,030 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2019 29,190 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 29,140 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 28,770 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 26,246 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 23,949 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 21,609 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 20,168 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 18,526 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 15,699 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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Y521 GMB is a 2001 Honda FES250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y521 GMB, 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 Y521 GMB registered?

Y521 GMB is a 2001 Honda FES250, first registered on 29 May 2001.

Is Y521 GMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y521 GMB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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