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E389 LHW

1988 Honda Cb 125T

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,020 mi
Last recorded26,020 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 1988 Honda Cb 125T23,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE389 LHW
MakeHonda
ModelCb 125T
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 26,020 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort DRUM SLIGHTLY WARPED (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2019 26,020 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect REAR SUSPENSION COMPLETELY SEIZED (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort DRUM SLIGHTLY WARPED (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 8 May 2018 25,080 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 22,247 miles

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 22,005 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 20,063 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 18,937 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Centre Lower Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 18,884 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Centre Lower Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2008 17,377 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 17,377 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

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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E389 LHW is a 1988 Honda Cb 125T in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1988 Honda Cb 125T models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 23,430 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 E389 LHW, 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 38 years old, this Honda Cb 125T is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E389 LHW is a 1988 Honda Cb 125T, first registered on 5 May 1988.

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