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L597 JVP

1999 Honda NSR125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

26,458 mi
Last recorded26,458 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda NSR12519,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL597 JVP
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 26,458 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 25,939 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 25,925 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 25,732 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2016 25,628 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 22,920 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2008 22,914 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 19 Jul 2008 22,900 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

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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L597 JVP is a 1999 Honda NSR125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Honda NSR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 19,696 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 L597 JVP, 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 27 years old, this Honda NSR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L597 JVP registered?

L597 JVP is a 1999 Honda NSR125, first registered on 1 January 1999.

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