1993 Honda Nsr125 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Nsr125 models manufactured in 1993, based on 240 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1993 Honda Nsr125 vintage page → (46.9% current pass rate)1993 Honda Nsr125 MOT Analysis
The 1993 Honda Nsr125 has an MOT pass rate of 52.9% based on 240 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 25,841 miles on the odometer. With a 47.1% failure rate, the 1993 Nsr125 is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1993 Honda Nsr125 is Identification of the vehicle, responsible for 1.3% of failures. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs range from £10–50. Motorcycle brakes is the second most common issue at 0.8%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors follows at 0.8%.
Top failures specific to 1993 models only. The overall Nsr125 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.3% | 3 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 0.8% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 0.8% | 2 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.8% | 2 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 25,841 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.48 | 1.3% | 3 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.32 | 0.8% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.32 | 0.8% | 2 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.32 | 0.8% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.16 | 0.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1993 Honda Nsr125 has an MOT pass rate of 52.9% based on 240 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 25,841 miles on the odometer. With a 47.1% failure rate, the 1993 Nsr125 is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1993 Honda Nsr125, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to identification of the vehicle: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing. With relatively low average mileage of 25,841 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Identification of the vehicle — 1.3% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 1.3% of MOT failures on 1993 Honda Nsr125 models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Motorcycle brakes — 0.8% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 1993 Honda Nsr125 models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 0.8% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 1993 Honda Nsr125 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.