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DF03 LPE

2003 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

25,252 mi
Last recorded25,252 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda FES25013,171 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 LPE
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 25,252 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 25,208 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 25,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 22,262 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 15,547 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 12,242 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 11,865 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 11,187 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 10,435 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 10,005 miles
Pass 19 May 2013 9,442 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 8,476 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 8,476 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2011 6,748 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 4,812 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 3,129 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 2,835 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 1,769 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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DF03 LPE is a 2003 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 13,171 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 DF03 LPE, 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 23 years old, this Honda FES250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF03 LPE registered?

DF03 LPE is a 2003 Honda FES250, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is DF03 LPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 LPE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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