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R501 CEU

1997 Honda NSR125

Beige Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

21,571 mi
Last recorded21,571 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda NSR12521,733 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR501 CEU
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 21,571 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

day time use only

Pass 20 Apr 2017 19,419 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2017 19,397 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 22,369 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 20,016 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 18,458 miles

headlights woking but dim

Fail 24 Apr 2014 18,456 miles

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

headlights woking but dim

Pass 23 Apr 2013 17,145 miles

front tyre starting crack & perish

Fail 23 Apr 2013 17,122 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

front tyre starting crack & perish

Pass 17 Apr 2012 14,554 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 13,495 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 13,432 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 12,617 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 11,649 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 10,493 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 10,490 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 10,390 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 10,390 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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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R501 CEU is a 1997 Honda NSR125 in Beige with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda NSR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 21,733 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R501 CEU, 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 29 years old, this Honda NSR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R501 CEU registered?

R501 CEU is a 1997 Honda NSR125, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R501 CEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R501 CEU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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