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Honda Cb 125 Td-c Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Cb 125 Td-c reliable? We analysed 340 real MOT tests across 107 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 340 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
72.1%
Typical Mileage
23,913mi
Annual Mileage
567mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
44yrs

The Honda Cb 125 Td-c is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. and suspension has inadequate damping effect.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cb 125 Td-c.

Honda Cb 125 Td-c Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Cb 125 Td-c. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Cb 125 Td-c MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Cb 125 Td-c to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

72.5%
1985
68%
1984
73.9%
1983
70.7%
1982

Honda Cb 125 Td-c Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Cb 125 Td-c fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 9
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 8
Footrest missing 8
Horn not working 6
Headlamp aim too high 6
Direction indicator not working 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6

Honda Cb 125 Td-c Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
89 mi/yr
Typical
567 mi/yr
Average
1,203 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,421 mi/yr

Honda Cb 125 Td-c MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cb 125 Td-c year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1985 51 72.5% 11,728 23,112 30,230
1984 50 68.0% 11,371 22,390 28,236
1983 119 73.9% 16,076 26,163 32,515
1982 58 70.7% 10,948 21,382 26,004

How Long Does a Honda Cb 125 Td-c Last?

Based on 107 Honda Cb 125 Td-c vehicles on UK roads.

Average
27.0 years
Median
25.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
44 years

Honda Cb 125 Td-c Mileage Distribution

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

Median
23,913 mi
75th Percentile
29,982 mi
95th Percentile
43,093 mi
Max Recorded
88,829 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cb 125 Td-c

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

Best year
1983

73.9% MOT pass rate from 119 tests

Year to avoid
1984

68.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Cb 125 Td-c is 1983, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.9% across 119 tests. The 1984 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Cb 125 Td-c Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Cb 125 Td-c THIS CAR 72.1% 340 23,913 mi 44 yrs
Honda Civic 73.7% 9,391,580 74,987 mi 34 yrs
Honda Jazz 81% 5,740,892 48,635 mi 24 yrs
Honda Cr-v 78.5% 4,177,643 80,499 mi 29 yrs
Vauxhall Corsa Sport 93.9% 277 35,194 mi — yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cb 125 Td-c trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Cb 125 Td-c?

The Honda Cb 125 Td-c has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.1% across 340 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Honda Cb 125 Td-c are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (10 recorded failures), shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (9), and suspension has inadequate damping effect. (8). 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 Honda Cb 125 Td-c owner drives around 567 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 Honda Cb 125 Td-c models stay on UK roads for around 44 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.

Honda Cb 125 Td-c — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Cb 125 Td-c reliable?
Based on 340 MOT tests, the Honda Cb 125 Td-c has a 72.1% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Honda Cb 125 Td-c?
The most common MOT failures are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., and suspension has inadequate damping effect.. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Cb 125 Td-c do per year?
The typical Honda Cb 125 Td-c does around 567 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Cb 125 Td-c last?
Most Honda Cb 125 Td-c models stay on UK roads for around 44 years based on our analysis of 107 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Cb 125 Td-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 Honda Cb 125 Td-c?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Cb 125 Td-c is 1983 with a 73.9% pass rate across 119 tests.