Honda Nss 125 Ad-M
MotorcycleFrom 765 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy and or with excessive wear or play. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 20 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 20 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 20 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 7 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 5 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 5 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 4 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 4 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 3 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 2 |
| a suspension component excessively damaged or corroded | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 45.8% of failures are serious: 45.8% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £102.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 86.9% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Nss 125 Ad-Ms tested had between 10,002 and 35,483 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 27,125 median miles, the Nss 125 Ad-M has 0.048 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Nss 125 Ad-M MOT pass rate?
The Honda Nss 125 Ad-M has a 86.9% MOT pass rate based on 765 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Nss 125 Ad-M?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Nss 125 Ad-M is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 20 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Nss 125 Ad-M at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Nss 125 Ad-M is 27,125 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 10,002 and 35,483 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.