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A872 XMH

1984 Honda CM125C

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

10,626 mi
Last recorded10,626 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 1984 Honda CM125C26,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA872 XMH
MakeHonda
ModelCM125C
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2023 10,626 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to lower engine bolt missing + upper loose! Dont want to cause more damage (1.2.1 (g))

Drive chain excessively loose When on side stand (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain excessively tight When sitting on bike (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Lower Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Bike revs when turning right (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Upper Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 4 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 4 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2016 33,539 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Throttle cable slightly slack.

Pass 3 Dec 2015 31,552 miles

Check engine mounting bolts

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 3 Dec 2015 31,552 miles

Check engine mounting bolts

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 25,763 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 19,531 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 18,098 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 18,088 miles

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 18,046 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 18,033 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 17,778 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CM125C?

Based on 3,993 MOT tests across 787 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
787
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 92
Footrest missing 62
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
Drive chain excessively loose 45
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A872 XMH is a 1984 Honda CM125C in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1984 Honda CM125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 26,412 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CM125C fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A872 XMH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CM125C typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Honda CM125C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A872 XMH is a 1984 Honda CM125C, first registered on 25 July 1984.

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