Honda CBR125R Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda CBR125R reliable? We analysed 34,845 real MOT tests across 4,022 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda CBR125R is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and drive chain excessively loose. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda CBR125R.
Honda CBR125R Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda CBR125R. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda CBR125R MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda CBR125R to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda CBR125R Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda CBR125R fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda CBR125R Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda CBR125R owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda CBR125R MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda CBR125R year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 72 | 75.0% | 5,734 | 13,775 | 22,112 |
| 2016 | 105 | 77.1% | 9,941 | 15,359 | 23,557 |
| 2015 | 145 | 77.2% | 6,601 | 12,732 | 18,854 |
| 2014 | 145 | 75.2% | 9,995 | 14,710 | 24,348 |
| 2013 | 79 | 77.2% | 8,954 | 13,569 | 24,218 |
| 2012 | 955 | 76.6% | 8,096 | 13,975 | 20,789 |
| 2011 | 1,803 | 77.6% | 8,649 | 14,668 | 23,282 |
| 2010 | 1,179 | 75.9% | 6,278 | 11,695 | 18,224 |
| 2009 | 1,590 | 75.7% | 6,214 | 12,124 | 19,125 |
| 2008 | 3,455 | 76.4% | 7,302 | 12,593 | 20,139 |
| 2007 | 5,292 | 73.3% | 7,265 | 12,997 | 20,610 |
| 2006 | 4,615 | 73.2% | 7,630 | 13,284 | 20,758 |
| 2005 | 8,782 | 73.0% | 7,848 | 13,586 | 21,100 |
| 2004 | 6,517 | 73.7% | 7,921 | 13,325 | 20,638 |
How Long Does a Honda CBR125R Last?
Based on 4,022 Honda CBR125R vehicles on UK roads.
Honda CBR125R Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda CBR125R MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda CBR125R
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.6% MOT pass rate from 1,803 tests
73.0% MOT pass rate from 8,782 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda CBR125R is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.6% across 1,803 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda CBR125R Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CBR125R THIS CAR | 74.2% | 34,845 | 13,258 mi | 22 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 |
| Kawasaki GPZ500S | 79.3% | 24,333 | 23,283 mi | 39 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda CBR125R sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Honda CBR125R has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.2% across 34,845 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Honda CBR125R are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (1,005 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (860), and drive chain excessively loose (752). 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 CBR125R owner drives around 1,538 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 CBR125R 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.