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A986 GRW

1984 Honda CM125C

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,911 mi
Last recorded51,911 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 1984 Honda CM125C26,412 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA986 GRW
MakeHonda
ModelCM125C
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 51,911 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2022 51,911 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 51,725 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 50,768 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 50,768 miles

Front Brake rod insecure On brake drum (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

Locking nut missing from front brake lever

Pass 16 Mar 2015 50,728 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 47,930 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 52,515 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)

Fail 1 Aug 2012 52,511 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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

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

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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A986 GRW is a 1984 Honda CM125C in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A986 GRW, 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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What year was A986 GRW registered?

A986 GRW is a 1984 Honda CM125C, first registered on 22 February 1984.

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