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F489 YNH

1989 Honda NS125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,456 mi
Last recorded23,456 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda NS12525,643 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF489 YNH
MakeHonda
ModelNS125
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Apr 2026 23,456 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 23,229 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 19,717 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 19,711 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 14,959 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 14,794 miles

chain worn

front forks slightly damp

rear sprocket worn

Fail 8 Feb 2020 14,794 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

chain worn

front forks slightly damp

rear sprocket worn

Pass 30 Nov 2018 11,912 miles

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

Offside Footrest slightly loose points slightly down (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 30 Nov 2018 11,912 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Footrest slightly loose points slightly down (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 11,142 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 9,560 miles

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

Rear suspension slightly distorted lower mount slightly twisted (2.4.A.2d)

main footrests point down slightly

Fail 1 Dec 2016 9,560 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension slightly distorted lower mount slightly twisted (2.4.A.2d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. requires slight adjustment to right (2.5.1)

main footrests point down slightly

Pass 21 Nov 2015 8,494 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. slight adjustment to right required (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Nov 2015 8,494 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. slight adjustment to right required (2.5.1)

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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F489 YNH is a 1989 Honda NS125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F489 YNH, 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.

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What year was F489 YNH registered?

F489 YNH is a 1989 Honda NS125, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F489 YNH safe to buy?

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