Honda CM125CC Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda CM125CC reliable? We analysed 442 real MOT tests across 128 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda CM125CC 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 footrest missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda CM125CC.
Honda CM125CC Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda CM125CC. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda CM125CC MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda CM125CC to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda CM125CC Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda CM125CC fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda CM125CC Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda CM125CC owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda CM125CC MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda CM125CC year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 88 | 69.3% | 22,468 | 33,113 | 42,558 |
| 1984 | 98 | 75.5% | 19,336 | 26,250 | 32,600 |
| 1983 | 143 | 72.0% | 23,694 | 33,782 | 40,203 |
| 1982 | 60 | 75.0% | 23,072 | 30,900 | 38,369 |
How Long Does a Honda CM125CC Last?
Based on 128 Honda CM125CC vehicles on UK roads.
Honda CM125CC Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda CM125CC 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 CM125CC
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.5% MOT pass rate from 98 tests
69.3% MOT pass rate from 88 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda CM125CC is 1984, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.5% across 98 tests. The 1985 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda CM125CC Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CM125CC THIS CAR | 74.4% | 442 | 30,483 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 |
| Toyota Avensis Business ED + D-4D | 96.3% | 537 | 77,585 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda CM125CC sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda CM125CCShould you buy a used Honda CM125CC?
The Honda CM125CC has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.4% across 442 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Honda CM125CC are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (15 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (13), and footrest missing (12). 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 CM125CC owner drives around 706 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 CM125CC 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.