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R897 THL

1997 Honda NSR125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

11,895 mi
Last recorded11,895 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2006
Typical for 1997 Honda NSR12521,733 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR897 THL
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2006 11,895 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 11,895 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

both lever pivots worn

offside mirror insecure

Fail 19 May 2006 15,770 miles

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

Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

1 filament blown in offside stop/tail

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

bolt missing from clocks

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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R897 THL is a 1997 Honda NSR125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 R897 THL, 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 R897 THL registered?

R897 THL is a 1997 Honda NSR125, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is R897 THL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R897 THL shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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