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G497 PCA

1990 Honda NS125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,279 mi
Last recorded27,279 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1990 Honda NS12523,449 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG497 PCA
MakeHonda
ModelNS125
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 27,279 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 27,279 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2016 27,193 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 27,171 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2015 27,116 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2015 27,116 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 26,719 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 24 Sep 2014 26,696 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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

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

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 2 May 2013 21,067 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 May 2013 21,067 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 23,246 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

swing arm condition/repaired

Fail 22 Sep 2011 23,245 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

battery flat

nearside swing arm welded

offside fork stanchion chrome worn

rear wheel spindle nut condition

Pass 5 Aug 2010 20,229 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Centre Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 18,661 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 18,039 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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G497 PCA is a 1990 Honda NS125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Honda NS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 23,449 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 G497 PCA, 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 36 years old, this Honda NS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G497 PCA is a 1990 Honda NS125, first registered on 25 January 1990.

Is G497 PCA safe to buy?

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