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B438 YBM

1985 Honda CM125C

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

64,827 mi
Last recorded64,827 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 1985 Honda CM125C26,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB438 YBM
MakeHonda
ModelCM125C
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018 64,827 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 64,704 miles

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 64,704 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 64,694 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 64,693 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 64,620 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 64,620 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 63,456 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 61,810 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 61,810 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension component excessively bent (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 60,581 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 57,722 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 57,722 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 54,989 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 54,989 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 52,054 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 52,054 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2006 49,424 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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B438 YBM is a 1985 Honda CM125C in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 1985 Honda CM125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 26,195 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 B438 YBM, 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 41 years old, this Honda CM125C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B438 YBM registered?

B438 YBM is a 1985 Honda CM125C, first registered on 2 April 1985.

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