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VU02 YCV

2002 Honda NSR125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,203 mi
Last recorded55,203 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 2002 Honda NSR12515,845 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 YCV
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 55,203 miles

front tyre flat (reinflated)

rear footpegs tied in closed position

Pass 18 Jul 2020 55,057 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 53,346 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 49,966 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2016 49,946 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 41,477 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 34,381 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2014 34,381 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2012 32,855 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 32,855 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 17 May 2011 26,165 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2011 26,163 miles

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

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

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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VU02 YCV is a 2002 Honda NSR125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VU02 YCV, 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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What year was VU02 YCV registered?

VU02 YCV is a 2002 Honda NSR125, first registered on 1 June 2002.

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