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HV54 UEJ

2004 Honda CBR125R

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

23,078 mi
Last recorded23,078 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR125R13,325 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV54 UEJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 23,078 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2026 23,078 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 22,922 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 22,909 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2017 16,365 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 16,271 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 15,855 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 15,254 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 14,824 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 13 Jun 2011 14,819 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre pressure low

Pass 30 Jun 2010 9,971 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 9,145 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 14 Nov 2009 9,127 miles

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 7,465 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2008 7,430 miles

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

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 5,775 miles

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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HV54 UEJ is a 2004 Honda CBR125R in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HV54 UEJ, 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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HV54 UEJ is a 2004 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 22 October 2004.

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