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F488 BFL

1989 Honda NS125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,049 mi
Last recorded55,049 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2007
Typical for 1989 Honda NS12525,643 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF488 BFL
MakeHonda
ModelNS125
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2007 55,049 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 55,045 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

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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F488 BFL is a 1989 Honda NS125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Honda NS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 25,643 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 F488 BFL, 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 37 years old, this Honda NS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F488 BFL registered?

F488 BFL is a 1989 Honda NS125, first registered on 11 February 1989.

Is F488 BFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F488 BFL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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