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MU51 MFV

2001 Honda NSR125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2023
Tests15 (7 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate46.7%

Mileage

13,324 mi
Last recorded13,324 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Honda NSR12517,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 MFV
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2022 13,324 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2022 13,324 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 12,549 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2020 12,549 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2017 10,155 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 10,155 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 May 2017 10,153 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Offside Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 9,466 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 18 Feb 2011 9,466 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 10 Jul 2010 8,973 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 7,030 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 7,030 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 5,565 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 5,541 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 3,968 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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MU51 MFV is a 2001 Honda NSR125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda NSR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 17,346 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 MU51 MFV, 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 25 years old, this Honda NSR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MU51 MFV is a 2001 Honda NSR125, first registered on 12 October 2001.

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