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J257 PBT

2002 Honda NSR125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2012
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

11,981 mi
Last recorded11,981 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2011
Typical for 2002 Honda NSR12515,845 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ257 PBT
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2011 11,981 miles

Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Petrol cap cover loose

Fail 17 Oct 2009 10,207 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 10,207 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Jun 2008 75,499 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 75,499 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 74,922 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Fail 14 Aug 2007 71,885 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 4 Aug 2007 71,846 miles

Front Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 24,830 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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J257 PBT is a 2002 Honda NSR125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 2002 Honda NSR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 15,845 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 J257 PBT, 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 24 years old, this Honda NSR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J257 PBT is a 2002 Honda NSR125, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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