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G148 YDF

1989 Honda NS125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

21,575 mi
Last recorded21,575 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 1989 Honda NS12525,643 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG148 YDF
MakeHonda
ModelNS125
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 21,575 miles

rear suspension stiff

Pass 23 May 2015 21,022 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2014 18,798 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 May 2014 18,798 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

rear tyre not holding air

Fail 23 Feb 2013 18,796 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 27 Jun 2011 18,784 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)

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

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

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 15,984 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Jun 2006 15,494 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

o/s drivers footrest rubber missing

Pass 18 Jun 2005 12,848 miles

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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G148 YDF is a 1989 Honda NS125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1989 Honda NS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 25,643 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 G148 YDF, 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 37 years old, this Honda NS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G148 YDF is a 1989 Honda NS125, first registered on 23 November 1989.

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