Honda Fes125
MotorcycleFrom 465 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 19 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 19 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 16 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 15 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 10 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 8 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 5 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 5 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 4 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 4 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 22.2% of Fes125 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £65.
Typical mileage
Half of all Fes125s tested had between 17,523 and 38,543 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,241 median miles, the Fes125 has 0.086 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Fes125 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Fes125 has a 78.3% MOT pass rate based on 465 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Fes125?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Fes125 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 19 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Fes125 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Fes125 is 25,241 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,523 and 38,543 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.