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E378 XGN

1988 Honda NS125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2009
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

36,182 mi
Last recorded36,182 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2008
Typical for 1988 Honda NS12524,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE378 XGN
MakeHonda
ModelNS125
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2008 36,182 miles

cluth cable to tight

exhaust emits excass smoke

front brake lever bent

oil leak from engine

play in clutch lever

side stand loose

Fail 4 Jun 2008 36,182 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

cluth cable to tight

exhaust emits excass smoke

front brake lever bent

oil leak from engine

play in clutch lever

side stand loose

Fail 14 May 2008 36,125 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

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

Clutch Cable To Tight.

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Oil Leak From Engine.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 31,842 miles

VT32 issued against test no. 664307687063

Fail 28 Mar 2007 31,833 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Slight pitting front fork stanchions - out of travel area

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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E378 XGN is a 1988 Honda NS125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1988 Honda NS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 24,622 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 E378 XGN, 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 38 years old, this Honda NS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E378 XGN registered?

E378 XGN is a 1988 Honda NS125, first registered on 18 May 1988.

Is E378 XGN safe to buy?

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