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F659 JAP

1988 Honda NS125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

13,719 mi
Last recorded13,719 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1988 Honda NS12524,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF659 JAP
MakeHonda
ModelNS125
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 13,719 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 13,034 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 13,026 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable eront tyre fitted back to front (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2013 50,498 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2013 50,498 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 50,458 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 50,458 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 19 Aug 2009 50,377 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

front tyre under inflated and motorcycle ran out of fuel during test

Pass 19 Aug 2009 50,377 miles

front tyre under inflated and motorcycle ran out of fuel during test

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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F659 JAP is a 1988 Honda NS125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 F659 JAP, 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 F659 JAP registered?

F659 JAP is a 1988 Honda NS125, first registered on 31 August 1988.

Is F659 JAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F659 JAP shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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