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Chituma Ctm 125-C Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Chituma Ctm 125-C reliable? We analysed 975 real MOT tests across 240 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 975 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
69.2%
Typical Mileage
4,575mi
Annual Mileage
611mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
22yrs

The Chituma Ctm 125-C is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include steering headbearing has excessive free play, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Chituma Ctm 125-C.

Chituma Ctm 125-C Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Chituma Ctm 125-C. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Chituma Ctm 125-C MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Chituma Ctm 125-C to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

70.5%
2006
70.1%
2005
67%
2004

Chituma Ctm 125-C Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Chituma Ctm 125-C fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 29
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 29
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 21
Wheel spoke excessively loose 19
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 16
Direction indicator not working 15
suspension bush has excessive free play 15
Direction indicators not working 12

Chituma Ctm 125-C Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Chituma Ctm 125-C owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
135 mi/yr
Typical
611 mi/yr
Average
1,426 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,898 mi/yr

Chituma Ctm 125-C MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Chituma Ctm 125-C year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2006 173 70.5% 2,212 4,814 7,636
2005 448 70.1% 1,594 4,627 10,189
2004 276 67.0% 1,974 4,806 11,025

How Long Does a Chituma Ctm 125-C Last?

Based on 240 Chituma Ctm 125-C vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.8 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
22 years

Chituma Ctm 125-C Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Chituma Ctm 125-C MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
4,575 mi
75th Percentile
9,388 mi
95th Percentile
18,443 mi
Max Recorded
51,869 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Chituma Ctm 125-C

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2006

70.5% MOT pass rate from 173 tests

Year to avoid
2004

67.0% MOT pass rate from 276 tests

The best year to buy a used Chituma Ctm 125-C is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.5% across 173 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Chituma Ctm 125-C Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Chituma Ctm 125-C THIS CAR 69.2% 975 4,575 mi 22 yrs
Nissan 370Z 93.3% 756 20,896 mi — yrs
Generic Code 72.4% 1,889 9,748 mi 12 yrs
Land Rover Range Rover Vogue TD6 Auto 65.4% 517 150,764 mi — yrs
Chevrolet Unknown 85.2% 1,384 43,354 mi 13 yrs

Compared to the Nissan 370Z (93.3% pass rate) and the Generic Code (72.4% pass rate), the Chituma Ctm 125-C trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Chituma Ctm 125-C?

The Chituma Ctm 125-C has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.2% across 975 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Chituma Ctm 125-C are steering headbearing has excessive free play (36 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (31), and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (29). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Chituma Ctm 125-C owner drives around 611 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Chituma Ctm 125-C models stay on UK roads for around 22 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Chituma Ctm 125-C — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Chituma Ctm 125-C reliable?
Based on 975 MOT tests, the Chituma Ctm 125-C has a 69.2% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Chituma Ctm 125-C?
The most common MOT failures are steering headbearing has excessive free play, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect.. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Chituma Ctm 125-C do per year?
The typical Chituma Ctm 125-C does around 611 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Chituma Ctm 125-C last?
Most Chituma Ctm 125-C models stay on UK roads for around 22 years based on our analysis of 240 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Chituma Ctm 125-C?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Chituma Ctm 125-C?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Chituma Ctm 125-C is 2006 with a 70.5% pass rate across 173 tests.