Honda Clr 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Clr 125 reliable? We analysed 7,574 real MOT tests across 845 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Clr 125 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and drive chain sprocket worn to excess. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Clr 125.
Honda Clr 125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Clr 125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Clr 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Clr 125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Clr 125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Clr 125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Clr 125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Clr 125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Clr 125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Clr 125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 956 | 75.5% | 7,272 | 12,770 | 19,300 |
| 2002 | 1,836 | 76.3% | 7,900 | 13,333 | 19,499 |
| 2001 | 1,845 | 73.5% | 8,855 | 15,362 | 23,328 |
| 2000 | 1,685 | 72.6% | 10,779 | 16,002 | 23,674 |
| 1999 | 1,171 | 74.0% | 10,184 | 17,419 | 24,769 |
How Long Does a Honda Clr 125 Last?
Based on 845 Honda Clr 125 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Clr 125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Clr 125 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 Clr 125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.3% MOT pass rate from 1,836 tests
72.6% MOT pass rate from 1,685 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Clr 125 is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.3% across 1,836 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Clr 125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Clr 125 THIS CAR | 74.3% | 7,574 | 14,962 mi | 27 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 |
| Peugeot Elyseo | 78.8% | 11,101 | 15,011 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Clr 125 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda Clr 125Should you buy a used Honda Clr 125?
The Honda Clr 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.3% across 7,574 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Honda Clr 125 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (218 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (162), and drive chain sprocket worn to excess (141). 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 Clr 125 owner drives around 961 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 Clr 125 models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.