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R814 GPU

1998 Honda FES250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,434 mi
Last recorded47,434 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR814 GPU
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2011 47,434 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 47,153 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 47,153 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 21 Aug 2010 47,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2009 46,537 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 46,064 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 44,389 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 44,389 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 42,077 miles

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

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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R814 GPU is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 19,374 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 R814 GPU, 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 28 years old, this Honda FES250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R814 GPU registered?

R814 GPU is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R814 GPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R814 GPU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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