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FX03 TNJ

2003 Honda NSR125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

53,291 mi
Last recorded53,291 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda NSR12513,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 TNJ
MakeHonda
ModelNSR125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 53,291 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 53,049 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 52,023 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 51,438 miles

neutral telltale illuminated constantly

Fail 20 Aug 2018 51,438 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

neutral telltale illuminated constantly

Pass 10 Feb 2017 51,328 miles

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

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Feb 2017 51,328 miles

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

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 21 Aug 2013 50,670 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 50,670 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 50,658 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

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

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front tyre flat.

Fail 10 Sep 2011 49,703 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2011 49,703 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2011 49,592 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 39,826 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 39,637 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

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

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 34,286 miles

Oil light flashes

Traces of oil/grease on bottom of forks

Pass 20 Apr 2007 31,471 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2006 25,120 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

offside rear indicator fitting loose

Fail 8 Mar 2006 24,972 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside rear indicator fitting loose

Fail 23 Feb 2006 24,784 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

machine dirty and wet at time of test

offside rear indicator fitting loose

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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FX03 TNJ is a 2003 Honda NSR125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

Across all 2003 Honda NSR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 13,912 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 FX03 TNJ, 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 23 years old, this Honda NSR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FX03 TNJ is a 2003 Honda NSR125, first registered on 7 March 2003.

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