MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,902 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
both stands are slow to retract
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda FES250?
Based on 6,421 MOT tests across 585 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R871 ORA is a 1997 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
Across all 1997 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 21,468 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 R871 ORA, 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 29 years old, this Honda FES250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R871 ORA registered?
R871 ORA is a 1997 Honda FES250, first registered on 22 December 1997.
Is R871 ORA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R871 ORA shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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