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Honda Ns125r K (1991)

439 real MOT outcomes analysed

1991 Honda Ns125r K

CarHunch has 439 1991 Honda Ns125r K vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.

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Moderate sample. 439 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

No MOT data available for this vehicle type

The 1991 Honda Ns125r K doesn't appear in DVLA light-vehicle MOT records — it may be exempt, registered as a different vehicle class, or an import not subject to UK MOT testing. We don't have reliability stats for this specific model, but you can browse other Honda vehicles below.

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Got a specific Honda Ns125r K you're checking out?

The real detail is in the individual vehicle report — MOT history, AI Hunches, mileage timeline, and defect patterns for that specific reg.

UK

This is a 125cc motorcycle from 1991, and MOT data for this class of vehicle isn't captured in the DVLA light-vehicle database—motorcycles are tested under different arrangements, so we can't give you a traditional pass-rate verdict here. What we do know is that these are lightweight commuter bikes designed for learner riders and urban use, and surviving examples at 33 years old are genuinely rare; the median mileage of just over 20,000 suggests most that remain have led gentle lives. If you're considering one, focus on the basics: check the frame for corrosion, verify that the engine turns over smoothly, and get any prospective purchase inspected by a motorcycle-savvy mechanic rather than relying on MOT history alone, since these machines are simple enough that proper maintenance matters far more than test-pass statistics.

MOT statistics not available

We have 439 1991 Honda Ns125r K vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.

There are a few reasons this can happen:

  • Heavy commercial vehicle — trucks, buses and coaches over 3.5 tonnes are tested under the DVSA annual HGV/PSV regime, which uses a separate database not included in our data source
  • Imported vehicles — vehicles registered abroad and recently brought to the UK may have no UK MOT history yet
  • MOT-exempt — vehicles manufactured before 1986 qualify under the 40-year rolling exemption; some specialist and agricultural vehicles are also exempt
  • Never used on public roads — some vehicles are registered but kept off-road and have never required an MOT
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What tends to go wrong

Across 439 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Lighting 23.4%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing · Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. · Headlamp aim too low
Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.
Suspension & steering 19.5%
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play · Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil · Steering headbearing has excessive free play · …
Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.
Exhaust & emissions 10.4%
Exhaust noisy
Tyre wear 7.8%
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.
Brake wear 6.5%
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn
Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1991.

Before you buy a 1991 Honda Ns125r K

Based on MOT data from 439 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
    Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
  • 🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection ClickMechanic
  • 📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History carVertical Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,549 Honda Ns125r K vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 51.9%
1,841
White 33.6%
1,194
Black 4.8%
171
Blue 4%
142
Multi-colour 1.9%
67
Yellow 1.4%
51
Purple 0.9%
32
Green 0.5%
17
Silver 0.4%
14
Orange 0.4%
13
Grey 0.2%
7
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