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EK61 ZVA

2011 Honda CBR125R

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,040 mi
Last recorded27,040 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Honda CBR125R14,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK61 ZVA
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 27,040 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2025 27,020 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 27,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2023 26,713 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2022 25,488 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 25,485 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 25,482 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 25,479 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Beam too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Right hand front. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 24,140 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2018 18,497 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 11,180 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 11,180 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 10,488 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 10,488 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Oct 2015 8,155 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 7,365 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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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EK61 ZVA is a 2011 Honda CBR125R in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Honda CBR125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 14,668 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 CBR125R fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 1,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK61 ZVA, 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 15 years old, this Honda CBR125R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK61 ZVA registered?

EK61 ZVA is a 2011 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 19 October 2011.

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