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Honda FES250

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 249 cc

R389 FWVMOT history

R389 FWV is a red petrol Honda FES250 first used on 2 Sept 1997. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2023 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 23,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 May 2023
Mileage
23,224 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2022
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R389 FWV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
FES250
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
249 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
2 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R389 FWV was last recorded at 23,224 miles on 1 Jun 2022, 240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
22,984 miles · 15 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
240 miles
Average per year
507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 23,224 miles
  • 2020 – 22,984 miles
  • 2019 – 22,773 miles
  • 2018 – 22,284 miles
  • 2017 – 21,903 miles
  • 2014 – 21,124 miles
  • 2013 – 20,268 miles
  • 2012 – 19,375 miles
  • 2011 – 18,599 miles
  • 2010 – 17,936 miles
  • 2009 – 17,153 miles
  • 2007 – 16,307 miles
  • 2006 – 15,235 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,224 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass23,224 miles (+240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    23,224 miles
    Test number
    298133039262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  2. Pass22,984 miles (+211)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    22,984 miles
    Test number
    165877267214
    • MinorRear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass22,773 miles (+489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    22,773 miles
    Test number
    326059127195
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion to frame and general components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass22,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    22,284 miles
    Test number
    644566009628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail22,284 miles (+381)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,284 miles
    Test number
    429842679465
    • MajorFront Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorFront Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass21,903 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    21,903 miles
    Test number
    312321087588
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

  7. Fail21,903 miles (+779)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,903 miles
    Test number
    466823118973
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)
    • FailureRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

  8. Pass21,124 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    21,124 miles
    Test number
    798241004131
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteRear tyre stepped

  9. Fail21,124 miles (+856)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,124 miles
    Test number
    826050804100
    • FailureFront Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)
    • FailureRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteRear tyre stepped

  10. Pass20,268 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    20,268 miles
    Test number
    355193223124
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  11. Fail20,268 miles (+893)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,268 miles
    Test number
    749892923159
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass19,375 miles (+776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    19,375 miles
    Test number
    287817012187
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  13. Pass18,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    18,599 miles
    Test number
    355413121106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail18,599 miles (+663)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,599 miles
    Test number
    247113121181
    • FailureCentre Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  15. Pass17,936 miles (+783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    17,936 miles
    Test number
    804606410122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  16. Pass17,153 miles (+846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    17,153 miles
    Test number
    771934009161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  17. Pass16,307 miles (+1,072)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,307 miles
    Test number
    543797247242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,235 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    15,235 miles
    Test number
    363215136491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail15,216 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,216 miles
    Test number
    251306326262
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureSteering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about R389 FWV

Does R389 FWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R389 FWV expired on 31 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R389 FWV?
The MOT on R389 FWV expired on 31 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R389 FWV done?
R389 FWV was recorded at 23,224 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2022, an average of 507 miles a year.
Has R389 FWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R389 FWV has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on R389 FWV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R389 FWV find?
R389 FWV passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2022 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) close to minimum limit; front valve stem slightly damaged.

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