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DV57 VHL

2008 Honda Cbr 125 RW-6

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

12,299 mi
Last recorded12,299 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbr 125 RW-611,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV57 VHL
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 125 RW-6
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 12,299 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened shock spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2026 12,299 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened shock spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 12,276 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2025 12,276 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 12,276 miles

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

Front Gators/covers fitted to front suspension forks so unable to inspect forks for fluid leaks etc

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Both front suspension forks have a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Gear pedal is bent but gears can still be readily be selected

Nearside Front NSF riders foot peg bent slightly

Offside Offside handlebar grip damaged & split but secure to handlebar and still serviceable

Offside Rear OSR indicator lamp had tape repair but not likely to become detached

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Rear shock absorber corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Registration plate has Cellotape repair but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Jun 2024 12,276 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted Split link fitted in wrong direction of travel (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling Rear wheel excessively misaligned in swingarm (2.4 (a))

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

Front Gators/covers fitted to front suspension forks so unable to inspect forks for fluid leaks etc

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Both front suspension forks have a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Gear pedal is bent but gears can still be readily be selected

Nearside Front NSF riders foot peg bent slightly

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (Illuminates but does not flash) (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Offside handlebar grip damaged & split but secure to handlebar and still serviceable

Offside Rear OSR indicator lamp had tape repair but not likely to become detached

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Rear shock absorber corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Registration plate has Cellotape repair but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 11,656 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2022 8,867 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 8,867 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 6,608 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 4,880 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2018 4,880 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 May 2017 4,566 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 4,566 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 4,521 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 30 Apr 2016 4,521 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 166 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 166 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 164 miles

nearside grip slightly loose

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 125 RW-6?

Based on 5,989 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,471
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 198
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 145
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 135
Drive chain excessively loose 128
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 105
Full Honda Cbr 125 RW-6 reliability report

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DV57 VHL is a 2008 Honda Cbr 125 RW-6 in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbr 125 RW-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 11,656 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 RW-6 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DV57 VHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 125 RW-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbr 125 RW-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DV57 VHL is a 2008 Honda Cbr 125 RW-6, first registered on 1 January 2008.

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