2001 Honda Fes125 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Fes125 models manufactured in 2001, based on 170 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2001 Honda Fes125 MOT Analysis
The 2001 Honda Fes125 has an MOT pass rate of 69.4% based on 170 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 17,333 miles on the odometer. With a 30.6% failure rate, the 2001 Fes125 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2001 Honda Fes125 is Motorcycle suspension, responsible for 0.6% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500.
Top failures specific to 2001 models only. The overall Fes125 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 17,333 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.34 | 0.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2001 Honda Fes125 has an MOT pass rate of 69.4% based on 170 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 17,333 miles on the odometer. With a 30.6% failure rate, the 2001 Fes125 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2001 Honda Fes125, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With relatively low average mileage of 17,333 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle suspension — 0.6% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 0.6% of MOT failures on 2001 Honda Fes125 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.