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HC54 HDA

2004 Honda CBR125R

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2025
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

21,353 mi
Last recorded21,353 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR125R13,325 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC54 HDA
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2025 21,353 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

clutch lever damaged

engine revs rising on lock to lock of steering. advise check cable routing

Pass 10 Apr 2024 20,375 miles

Central Front Upper Wires loose around headlight area , potential to get caught

Fail 8 Apr 2024 20,367 miles

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) Number plate light N.F (4.7.2 (a))

Central Front Upper Wires loose around headlight area , potential to get caught

Pass 5 Oct 2022 18,252 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Shock Absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 18,249 miles

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

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

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

Front Brake component inadequately mounted front brake pipe bent (1.1.21 (c))

Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp comes on with o/s indicator (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 16,981 miles

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

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

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

n/side handle grip split

Fail 22 Jan 2021 16,976 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Direction indicator not working front and rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator not working front and rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working foot brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

n/side handle grip split

Pass 20 Jul 2019 12,703 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 5,795 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 5,795 miles

Drive belt excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 869 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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HC54 HDA is a 2004 Honda CBR125R in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 HC54 HDA, 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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HC54 HDA is a 2004 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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