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S901 VJW

1998 Honda FES125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

18,241 mi
Last recorded18,241 miles
Recorded on1 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda FES12513,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS901 VJW
MakeHonda
ModelFES125
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2014 18,241 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 18,216 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2013 17,002 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 17,002 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 16,475 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 14,944 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 14,944 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 10,472 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 10,093 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 10,093 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 8,430 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 8,430 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda FES125?

Based on 22,568 MOT tests across 2,436 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
1,456
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,436
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 730
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 728
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 654
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 290
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 245
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S901 VJW is a 1998 Honda FES125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda FES125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 13,847 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 FES125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S901 VJW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FES125 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda FES125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S901 VJW registered?

S901 VJW is a 1998 Honda FES125, first registered on 24 August 1998.

Is S901 VJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S901 VJW shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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