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R913 XBK

1998 Honda FES250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,911 mi
Last recorded51,911 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR913 XBK
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 51,911 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 50,742 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 50,742 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 49,673 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 45,424 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 41,527 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 41,527 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 15 Mar 2011 41,509 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 37,232 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 37,232 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 28,704 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 22,167 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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R913 XBK is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R913 XBK, 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 R913 XBK registered?

R913 XBK is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R913 XBK safe to buy?

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