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Y739 TCD

2001 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

6,836 mi
Last recorded6,836 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda FES25017,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY739 TCD
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 6,836 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 6,792 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 6,736 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 6,589 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 6,493 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 6,399 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 6,322 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 6,230 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 5,988 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 5,840 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 5,840 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 5,641 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 5,519 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 5,377 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 5,097 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 4,766 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 4,434 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 4,118 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 3,717 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 3,367 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 3,182 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 2,769 miles

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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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Y739 TCD is a 2001 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 Y739 TCD, 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 Y739 TCD registered?

Y739 TCD is a 2001 Honda FES250, first registered on 2 August 2001.

Is Y739 TCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y739 TCD shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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