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C525 ABX

1985 Honda Cb 125T

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2020
Tests10 (4 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

1,837 mi
Last recorded1,837 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda Cb 125T24,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC525 ABX
MakeHonda
ModelCb 125T
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 1,837 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear slightly reduced damping affect rear shock absorber

Fail 16 Jan 2019 1,837 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear slightly reduced damping affect rear shock absorber

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Oct 2018 1,828 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn lower shock lever bush excess play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no beam image displayed (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 17,316 miles

Front handlebars slightly bent

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 20 Oct 2017 17,310 miles

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front handlebars slightly bent

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 17,147 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 17,147 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Fail 16 Feb 2012 17,144 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2011 14,493 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 24 Feb 2011 14,493 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 125T?

Based on 5,203 MOT tests across 1,151 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
428
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
1,151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 138
Footrest missing 93
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 86
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 76
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 74
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C525 ABX is a 1985 Honda Cb 125T in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1985 Honda Cb 125T models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 24,668 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 Cb 125T fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 138 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C525 ABX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 125T typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Cb 125T is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C525 ABX registered?

C525 ABX is a 1985 Honda Cb 125T, first registered on 25 September 1985.

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