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NK55 GHD

2005 Better Bt 125-20

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,569 mi
Last recorded31,569 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Better Bt 125-204,939 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK55 GHD
MakeBetter
ModelBt 125-20
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 31,569 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 30,371 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 29,210 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2023 28,617 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 3,070 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

additional rear position light wiring may come into contact with the rear tyre when under load

centre stand damaged/unusable

drive chain has tight/loose spots

front tyre starting to crack/perish

n/s silencer loose on bush still secure

Fail 11 Apr 2012 3,070 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

additional rear position lights wiring may come into contact with the rear wheel under load

centre stand damaged/unusable still secure

front and rear tyres flat at start of test

front brake level low

front tyre starting to crack/perish

n/s silencer loose on bush still secure

sprocket carrier retaining circlip damaged still secure

Pass 14 Mar 2011 2,884 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 421 miles

How Reliable is the Better Bt 125-20?

Based on 1,290 MOT tests across 286 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
688
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
286
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Footrest missing 36
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 30
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NK55 GHD is a 2005 Better Bt 125-20 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Better Bt 125-20 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 4,939 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Better Bt 125-20 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK55 GHD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Better Bt 125-20 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Better Bt 125-20 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NK55 GHD registered?

NK55 GHD is a 2005 Better Bt 125-20, first registered on 21 September 2005.

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