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L180 VFE

1993 Honda NSR125

Multi-colour Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,417 mi
Last recorded17,417 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda NSR12524,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL180 VFE
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year1993
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 17,417 miles

Front Front tire is perished

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Rear tire is perished

Fail 22 May 2026 17,417 miles

Front Front tire is perished

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Rear tire is perished

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 17,211 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 17,190 miles

Front tyre has slight age related cracks.

Fail 25 May 2016 17,190 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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L180 VFE is a 1993 Honda NSR125 in Multi-colour with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1993 Honda NSR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 24,011 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 L180 VFE, 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 33 years old, this Honda NSR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L180 VFE registered?

L180 VFE is a 1993 Honda NSR125, first registered on 27 August 1993.

Is L180 VFE safe to buy?

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