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MF51 SWO

2002 Honda NSR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

21,171 mi
Last recorded21,171 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Honda NSR12515,845 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 SWO
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2017 21,171 miles

Offside mirror slightly insecure due to bolt missing

Rear light lens slightly insecure

Pass 1 Oct 2015 19,332 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 16,424 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Aug 2014 16,421 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 16,435 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 Aug 2011 16,421 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 16,420 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear footrests incomplete

Fail 9 Nov 2010 16,358 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Brake lever cracked (3.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Nov 2008 9,848 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 7,180 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 7,136 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 7,136 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 4,063 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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MF51 SWO is a 2002 Honda NSR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 MF51 SWO, 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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What year was MF51 SWO registered?

MF51 SWO is a 2002 Honda NSR125, first registered on 7 January 2002.

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