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Y178 DGK

2001 Honda NSR125

Multi-colour Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,863 mi
Last recorded41,863 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda NSR12517,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY178 DGK
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 41,863 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 40,170 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 40,130 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 37,842 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Oct 2017 37,811 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

front brake starting to bind

Pass 27 Oct 2016 36,138 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Oct 2016 36,127 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 34,127 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Possible oil leak

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Oct 2015 34,123 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement Smaller than legal requirement (6.3.4g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Possible oil leak

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 32,661 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 32,661 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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 Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 17,465 miles

Advise no plate be replaced

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 8 Oct 2010 17,465 miles

Advise no plate be replaced

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 29 Sep 2007 17,460 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

mirrors missing

front pads fitted incorrectly

Pass 1 Sep 2006 14,645 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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Y178 DGK is a 2001 Honda NSR125 in Multi-colour with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 Y178 DGK, 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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Y178 DGK is a 2001 Honda NSR125, first registered on 1 June 2001.

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