Honda Nsr125r MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 2,199 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 43.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Nsr125r MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Nsr125r is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,199 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 11 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 56.5% and a failure rate of 43.5%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Nsr125r earns a "Below Average" reliability rating. The average Honda Nsr125r presents for MOT with approximately 20,706 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2005 models achieve the highest pass rate at 68.8%, while 1999 models have the lowest at 49.7%. This 19.1 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Nsr125r is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 35.9% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 34.0%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 27.6%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Honda Nsr125r. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 7 to 11 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Honda Nsr125r shows a relatively stable failure rate after warranty — the change of 0% is negligible. Peak failure occurs at age 9 (48.7% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 50.1% | 1,101 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 47.7% | 1,048 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 36.1% | 793 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Drive System | 21.3% | 468 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 13.6% | 300 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 8.5% | 186 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 7.0% | 154 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 3.4% | 74 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.4% | 53 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 2.3% | 50 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.5% | 33 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.3% | 29 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.2% | 26 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.5% | 11 |
| 15 | Items Not Tested | 0.5% | 10 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 20,706 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 24.18 | 50.1% | 1,101 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 23.02 | 47.7% | 1,048 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 17.42 | 36.1% | 793 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 10.28 | 21.3% | 468 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 6.59 | 13.6% | 300 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 4.08 | 8.5% | 186 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 3.38 | 7.0% | 154 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.63 | 3.4% | 74 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.16 | 2.4% | 53 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 1.10 | 2.3% | 50 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.72 | 1.5% | 33 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.64 | 1.3% | 29 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.57 | 1.2% | 26 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.24 | 0.5% | 11 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.22 | 0.5% | 10 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Nsr125r has 20,706 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Honda Nsr125r has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 21.01% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Nsr125r MOT Data
The Honda Nsr125r is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,199 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 11 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 56.5% and a failure rate of 43.5%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Nsr125r owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle steering and suspension and motorcycle lighting and signalling for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Nsr125r is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 35.9% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 35.9% of MOT failures on the Honda Nsr125r. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 34.0% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 34.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Nsr125r. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle brakes — 27.6% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 27.6% of MOT failures on the Honda Nsr125r. 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Nsr125r?
Based on 2,199 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Nsr125r has an overall pass rate of 56.5% (43.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Nsr125r?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Nsr125r fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (35.9%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (34.0%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (27.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Nsr125r reliable?
With a 43.5% MOT failure rate, the Nsr125r is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Nsr125r?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (35.9%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (34.0%); Motorcycle brakes (27.6%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.