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E256 AYA

1988 Honda NS125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,101 mi
Last recorded16,101 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 1988 Honda NS12524,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE256 AYA
MakeHonda
ModelNS125
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 16,101 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 16,090 miles

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 12,518 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 12,508 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 8,768 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 8,753 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda NS125?

Based on 3,986 MOT tests across 901 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
605
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
901
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 252
reflector on motorcycle missing 221
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 145
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 139
wheel bearings have excessive free play 110
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E256 AYA is a 1988 Honda NS125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Honda NS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 24,622 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 NS125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E256 AYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Honda NS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E256 AYA registered?

E256 AYA is a 1988 Honda NS125, first registered on 22 July 1988.

Is E256 AYA safe to buy?

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