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S397 HGX

1998 Honda NSR125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

4 mi
Last recorded4 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda NSR12520,637 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS397 HGX
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 4 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 44,529 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 44,520 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 43,310 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 Nov 2008 41,513 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 41,513 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 39,227 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 39,225 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 35,084 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 35,084 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

rear brake lever circlip missing

Fail 13 Oct 2006 34,947 miles

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

footguard on left hand front footrest is insecure

Pass 12 Sep 2005 24,768 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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S397 HGX is a 1998 Honda NSR125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda NSR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 20,637 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 S397 HGX, 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 28 years old, this Honda NSR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S397 HGX registered?

S397 HGX is a 1998 Honda NSR125, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S397 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S397 HGX shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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