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HY51 EEH

2001 Honda NSR125

Multi-colour Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,775 mi
Last recorded26,775 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda NSR12517,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 EEH
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 26,775 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 3 Mar 2026 26,775 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 21,748 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 20,595 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Dec 2018 1,250 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 26,457 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 25,280 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 24,101 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 5 Apr 2014 21,146 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 21,146 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 19,748 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 27 Apr 2013 19,748 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 18,482 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

one rear pilot light not working.

Fail 20 Apr 2012 18,482 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

one rear pilot light not working.

Pass 5 Apr 2011 19,496 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 16,477 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 10,026 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2010 10,026 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 9,090 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 9,090 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 4,130 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NSR125?

Based on 18,589 MOT tests across 2,846 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
1,130
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,846
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,008
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 749
reflector on motorcycle missing 666
Drive chain excessively loose 537
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 457
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HY51 EEH is a 2001 Honda NSR125 in Multi-colour with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda NSR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 17,346 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 NSR125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,008 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY51 EEH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NSR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 25 years old, this Honda NSR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HY51 EEH registered?

HY51 EEH is a 2001 Honda NSR125, first registered on 18 December 2001.

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