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Y638 EAY

2001 Honda FES250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,286 mi
Last recorded43,286 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Honda FES25017,144 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY638 EAY
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2014 43,286 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 42,296 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 39,926 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2011 29,749 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 22,384 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 22,382 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 21,593 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 21,593 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jan 2008 19,440 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 17,151 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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Y638 EAY is a 2001 Honda FES250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y638 EAY, 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 Y638 EAY registered?

Y638 EAY is a 2001 Honda FES250, first registered on 6 June 2001.

Is Y638 EAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y638 EAY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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