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DG52 SZO

2002 Honda NSR125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,916 mi
Last recorded26,916 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda NSR12515,845 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 SZO
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 26,916 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 26,916 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front fairing cowel is slightly loose.

No main fairing fitted.

Pass 22 Jul 2020 26,916 miles

Left hand riders footrest hanger bracket bent.

Passing light inoperative.

Right hand riders footrest hanger bracket repaired.

Fail 13 Jul 2020 26,916 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Left hand fairing damaged.

Left hand riders footrest hanger bracket bent.

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Passing light inoperative.

Right hand riders footrest hanger bracket repaired.

Pass 23 Feb 2019 26,916 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 26,893 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Sep 2015 26,615 miles

fuel tank insercue

Pass 26 Oct 2012 14,087 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 11,639 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 11,639 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 9,423 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 9,414 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 11 Oct 2007 9,010 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 9,010 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda NSR125?

Based on 18,589 MOT tests across 2,846 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
1,130
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,846
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,008
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 749
reflector on motorcycle missing 666
Drive chain excessively loose 537
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 457
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DG52 SZO is a 2002 Honda NSR125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Honda NSR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 15,845 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NSR125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,008 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG52 SZO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NSR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 24 years old, this Honda NSR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DG52 SZO registered?

DG52 SZO is a 2002 Honda NSR125, first registered on 12 November 2002.

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