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RA51 UBV

2002 Honda NSR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

10,066 mi
Last recorded10,066 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda NSR12515,845 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 UBV
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 10,066 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 9,358 miles

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

Offside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 8,971 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Tyres cracking in treads

Fail 17 Mar 2022 8,971 miles

Fork yoke insecure Loose yoke bolt (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp not working on main beam Button stuck on (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Tyres cracking in treads

Pass 1 Jun 2012 8,919 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre has cracking sidewall close to bead

Fail 31 May 2012 8,919 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre has cracking sidewall close to bead

Pass 16 Feb 2011 8,880 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 8,733 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 8,733 miles

Nearside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 8,307 miles

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

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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RA51 UBV is a 2002 Honda NSR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RA51 UBV, 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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RA51 UBV is a 2002 Honda NSR125, first registered on 4 January 2002.

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