2018 Honda NSS 0.1L Petrol · LG68 RXF

The Honda NSS presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, with a clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 12 March 2026 at 102,380 miles. That test recorded zero defects, a marked turnaround from the previous year's failure. The 2025 failure on 21 March at 79,745 miles flagged serious fluid leaks on both front shock absorbers, negligible damping effect, and a non-functioning offside front stop lamp. The owner addressed these faults promptly, retesting and passing the very next day on 22 March 2025. Since then, two consecutive clean passes confirm the front suspension and braking issues were properly rectified rather than ignored. The mileage accumulation tells a story of consistent, heavy use. Between the June 2022 test at 68,487 miles and the March 2025 test at 79,745 miles, the scooter covered roughly 11,258 miles in under three years. The jump from 79,749 miles in March 2025 to 102,380 miles by March 2026 is striking, adding 22,631 miles in a single year. That is nearly double the annual average and suggests sustained high-speed or long-distance riding, which accelerates wear on consumables, drivetrain components, and suspension bushes. The gap between June 2022 and March 2025 is notable, with no recorded tests in that window, so a buyer should verify service history independently for that period. Despite the clean recent pass, the 2025 failure pattern warrants a focused physical inspection. Both front shock absorbers were leaking seriously and showing negligible damping, meaning the entire front suspension assembly took a significant hydraulic and mechanical hit. A buyer should check for uneven tyre wear, particularly on the front, and listen for clunking over speed bumps that could indicate worn suspension bushes or weakened coil springs. The stop lamp fault, while electrical and likely a simple bulb or switch replacement, should be verified as fully operational under braking. Given the rapid mileage build-up in the last year, inspect the front brake discs and pads for scoring or uneven wear, and check the exhaust system for corrosion or gas leaks that high annual mileage can accelerate. The structural integrity of the frame and steering head bearings deserves close attention, as sustained high-mileage use can fatigue these components even when no advisory appears on the record.