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Y243 OFM

2001 Honda NSR125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,961 mi
Last recorded4,961 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda NSR12517,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY243 OFM
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 4,961 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 4,237 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 2,835 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 1,614 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 3,667 miles

Front pads slightly look low looking throught the wheel

Fail 6 Sep 2021 3,667 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front pads slightly look low looking throught the wheel

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 49 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 27 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling n/s of rear wheel to far back (2.4 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 3,840 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 37 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned brake side needs pulling back (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 May 2015 24,543 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 May 2015 21,437 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 May 2014 17,587 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 10,320 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 3,061 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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Y243 OFM is a 2001 Honda NSR125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y243 OFM, 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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Y243 OFM is a 2001 Honda NSR125, first registered on 14 June 2001.

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