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DL12 HKW

2012 Honda Cbr 125 R-c

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,253 mi
Last recorded26,253 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbr 125 R-c14,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL12 HKW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 125 R-c
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 26,253 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 26,274 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 32,627 miles

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

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

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

clutch lever bent but can still be applied

general fairings loose

Fail 17 Jul 2023 32,627 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

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

clutch lever bent but can still be applied

general fairings loose

Pass 6 Jan 2022 27,050 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 25,464 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 23,801 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 23,799 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure spilt (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap ineffective doesn't sit on tank properly (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 21,470 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 27 Dec 2018 21,470 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 16,187 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake lever pivot is dry (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2016 13,508 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 10,144 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 31 Dec 2015 10,144 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride split link rotation (6.2.1h)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 125 R-c?

Based on 5,490 MOT tests across 746 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
1,643
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 54
Drive chain excessively loose 51
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
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DL12 HKW is a 2012 Honda Cbr 125 R-c in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Honda Cbr 125 R-c models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 14,416 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 Cbr 125 R-c fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DL12 HKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 125 R-c typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Honda Cbr 125 R-c is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DL12 HKW is a 2012 Honda Cbr 125 R-c, first registered on 13 August 2012.

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