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L88 NSR

1999 Honda NSR125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

25,598 mi
Last recorded25,598 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 1999 Honda NSR12519,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL88 NSR
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 25,598 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 25,539 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Sep 2014 25,365 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

O/S handgrip has been sharp edges due to zip ties

Pass 12 Jul 2013 23,364 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 23,364 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 May 2012 20,015 miles

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

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

n/s fairing missing

Pass 28 Sep 2010 18,856 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2010 18,856 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

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

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

it is in my opoin this bike should not used on the road and is taken away at owmers own risk

Pass 15 Sep 2009 18,126 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 17,677 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 13,599 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 13,599 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 12,442 miles

Right front indicater almost white.

Fail 31 Mar 2006 12,442 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate undersize.

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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L88 NSR is a 1999 Honda NSR125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 L88 NSR, 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 L88 NSR registered?

L88 NSR is a 1999 Honda NSR125, first registered on 6 August 1999.

Is L88 NSR safe to buy?

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