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C855 VBC

1986 Honda NS125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

48,901 mi
Last recorded48,901 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1986 Honda NS12524,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC855 VBC
MakeHonda
ModelNS125
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 48,901 miles

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

Rear suspension movement is stiff

Fail 6 Jul 2017 48,901 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension movement is stiff

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 47,192 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Seized/ worn links & tightspot in chain (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension movement is stiff.

Fail 25 Jun 2016 47,088 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Clutch lever pivot loose

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Seized/ worn links & tightspot in chain (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Slightly loose silencer (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension movement is stiff.

Pass 27 Jun 2015 43,684 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 43,607 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 41,269 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 38,664 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 13 Jun 2013 38,664 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 35,841 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 35,841 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 34,587 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NS125?

Based on 3,986 MOT tests across 901 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
605
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
901
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 252
reflector on motorcycle missing 221
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 145
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 139
wheel bearings have excessive free play 110
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C855 VBC is a 1986 Honda NS125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1986 Honda NS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 24,170 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 NS125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C855 VBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Honda NS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C855 VBC is a 1986 Honda NS125, first registered on 1 May 1986.

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