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J197 FES

1992 Honda NSR125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

3,291 mi
Last recorded3,291 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
Typical for 1992 Honda NSR12519,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ197 FES
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2013 3,291 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 14 Feb 2012 18,217 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Number plate lamp missing

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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

high beam warning lamp iluminates when dip beam is operated

sharp edges on both sides of radiator (front fairing missing

Pass 14 Feb 2012 18,217 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Number plate lamp missing

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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

high beam warning lamp iluminates when dip beam is operated

sharp edges on both sides of radiator (front fairing missing

Pass 9 Jul 2010 26,829 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 26,829 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

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

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 24,522 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 24,516 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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

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

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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J197 FES is a 1992 Honda NSR125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1992 Honda NSR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 19,790 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 J197 FES, 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 34 years old, this Honda NSR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J197 FES is a 1992 Honda NSR125, first registered on 5 March 1992.

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