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K587 ARE

1992 Honda NS125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2014
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

18,992 mi
Last recorded18,992 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2013
Typical for 1992 Honda NS12520,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK587 ARE
MakeHonda
ModelNS125
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2013 18,992 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

main beam warning light not working

Fail 26 Jul 2013 18,992 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 18,234 miles

All foot rests worn

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front side light incorect colour

Headlamp on top adjustment

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Oil leak

rear no plate cracked

Pass 1 Apr 2011 18,234 miles

All foot rests worn

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front side light incorect colour

Headlamp on top adjustment

Oil leak

rear no plate cracked

Fail 2 Apr 2010 11,999 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 11,999 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 11,988 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 10,288 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 5 Nov 2008 10,288 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 9,312 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2007 9,307 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

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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K587 ARE is a 1992 Honda NS125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

Across all 1992 Honda NS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 20,906 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 K587 ARE, 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 34 years old, this Honda NS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K587 ARE is a 1992 Honda NS125, first registered on 1 September 1992.

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