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YC51 LDJ

2002 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,494 mi
Last recorded12,494 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda FES25017,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 LDJ
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 12,494 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 10,943 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 10,190 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 8,540 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 7,595 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 6,864 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 5,909 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 5,897 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 5,891 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 5,879 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 5,756 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 5,547 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 5,415 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 5,128 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 4,484 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 3,792 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 3,102 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 2,500 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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YC51 LDJ is a 2002 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 17,017 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 YC51 LDJ, 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 24 years old, this Honda FES250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC51 LDJ registered?

YC51 LDJ is a 2002 Honda FES250, first registered on 3 January 2002.

Is YC51 LDJ safe to buy?

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