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EN52 NKC

2003 Honda SH125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,979 mi
Last recorded23,979 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda SH12513,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN52 NKC
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 23,979 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2023 23,018 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 21,548 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 20,472 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 20,038 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 19,456 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 19,341 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 19,336 miles

Centre Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Nearside Brake lever mounting insecure rear brake mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 18,362 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 16,534 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 15,459 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 13,300 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 13,190 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 9,670 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2011 9,670 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 9,564 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 7,636 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 4,195 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SH125?

Based on 21,983 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
1,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 489
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 235
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 192
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EN52 NKC is a 2003 Honda SH125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Honda SH125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 13,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda SH125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EN52 NKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH125 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Honda SH125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EN52 NKC registered?

EN52 NKC is a 2003 Honda SH125, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is EN52 NKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN52 NKC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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