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H493 FPJ

1990 Honda NS125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,186 mi
Last recorded30,186 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda NS12523,449 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH493 FPJ
MakeHonda
ModelNS125
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 30,186 miles

front forks stiff very little travel

front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Fail 29 Jan 2025 30,186 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

front forks stiff very little travel

front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 11 May 2016 27,800 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2016 27,800 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Front Brake hose stretched by steering movement (3.2.B3b)

Front suspension assembly component loose TOP YOKE NUT LOOSE (2.3.1)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride REAR SPROCKET NUTS LOOSE X 4 (6.2.1h)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 26,644 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 24,009 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 22,177 miles

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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H493 FPJ is a 1990 Honda NS125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Honda NS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 23,449 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H493 FPJ, 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 36 years old, this Honda NS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H493 FPJ registered?

H493 FPJ is a 1990 Honda NS125, first registered on 1 August 1990.

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