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CV04 XLB

2004 Honda CBR125R

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

41,768 mi
Last recorded41,768 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR125R13,325 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV04 XLB
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 41,768 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 41,759 miles

Frame and swing arm corroding in areas.

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 41,456 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 41,178 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 41,178 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 38,243 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 6 Feb 2014 38,243 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 33,812 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 28,968 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Jul 2010 21,310 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 21,310 miles

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 16,155 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2008 14,331 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 22 Apr 2008 14,324 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 11,499 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR125R?

Based on 34,845 MOT tests across 4,022 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
1,538
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,005
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 860
Drive chain excessively loose 752
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 531
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 509
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CV04 XLB is a 2004 Honda CBR125R in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBR125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 13,325 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 CBR125R fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 1,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV04 XLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR125R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBR125R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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CV04 XLB is a 2004 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 6 April 2004.

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