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X261 NSS

2001 Honda NSR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,202 mi
Last recorded24,202 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Honda NSR12517,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX261 NSS
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2013 24,202 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2013 24,200 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 23,125 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 23,123 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 21,886 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 19,467 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 16,583 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 13,318 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 10,834 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 10,834 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 9,294 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 9 Aug 2006 8,294 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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X261 NSS is a 2001 Honda NSR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda NSR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 17,346 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 X261 NSS, 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 25 years old, this Honda NSR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X261 NSS registered?

X261 NSS is a 2001 Honda NSR125, first registered on 29 January 2001.

Is X261 NSS safe to buy?

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