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C261 TBJ

1985 Honda CM125C

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

44,648 mi
Last recorded44,648 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda CM125C26,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC261 TBJ
MakeHonda
ModelCM125C
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 44,648 miles

advised no indicators fitted

advised rear number plate small

Fail 31 May 2019 44,639 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

advised no indicators fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2014 44,690 miles

advised centre stand worn

advised chain worn and rusty

advised clutch lever pivot worn

advised exhaust rusty

advised gear selector been welded

advised light switch broken

advised no front side light

advised oil leak

advised sidestand worn

Fail 17 Sep 2014 44,609 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

advised centre stand worn

advised chain worn and rusty

advised clutch lever pivot worn

advised exhaust rusty

advised gear selector been welded

advised light switch broken

advised no front side light

advised oil leak

advised sidestand worn

Pass 4 Sep 2013 44,596 miles

no indicators fitted

poor headlight pattern

Fail 4 Sep 2013 44,596 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Fail 17 Aug 2013 44,592 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

both front levers bent

high beam switch broken

no indicators fitted at time of test

oil leak

rear registration plate obscures by rear light when standing close to the back

rear wheel spindle nut locking device missing

right cylinder burning oil

very poor head light pattern

Pass 12 Jul 2012 44,398 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 44,398 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Clutch lever pivot worn

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 13 May 2011 36,032 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 30,112 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 30,109 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2009 26,474 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 26,466 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 24,063 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 24,063 miles

Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 23,982 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 19,835 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 21 Mar 2006 19,835 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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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C261 TBJ is a 1985 Honda CM125C in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 C261 TBJ, 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 C261 TBJ registered?

C261 TBJ is a 1985 Honda CM125C, first registered on 9 September 1985.

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