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Y949 NLY

2001 Honda NSR125

Yellow Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

33,061 mi
Last recorded33,061 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda NSR12517,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY949 NLY
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 33,061 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Aug 2026 32,958 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam Main beam on permanently (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested Main beam on permanently (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Does not operate on rear brake, stop lamp switch missing (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2019 32,895 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 32,860 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 32,742 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 32,742 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 32,561 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 32,198 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 31,760 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 31,323 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 30,772 miles

Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 30,772 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 30,405 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2009 30,378 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 29,748 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 27,627 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 24,591 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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Y949 NLY is a 2001 Honda NSR125 in Yellow with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 Y949 NLY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y949 NLY registered?

Y949 NLY is a 2001 Honda NSR125, first registered on 5 August 2001.

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