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LJ05 VNM

2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-4

Multi-colour Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,863 mi
Last recorded6,863 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-412,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 VNM
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 125 R-4
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 6,863 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2025 6,428 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 6,046 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2024 6,046 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2023 5,851 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 4,266 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 4,262 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Front tyre perished, Side walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem seriously damaged Front valve stem perished, possible instant deflation (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Rear tyre perished, Side walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged Rear valve stem perished, Possible instant deflation (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps High beam switch does not latch in position (4.1.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2008 3,858 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 3,858 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 125 R-4?

Based on 9,040 MOT tests across 994 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
1,471
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 305
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 278
Drive chain excessively loose 223
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 160
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 149
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LJ05 VNM is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-4 in Multi-colour with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 12,004 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 R-4 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 305 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 VNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 125 R-4 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Cbr 125 R-4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ05 VNM registered?

LJ05 VNM is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-4, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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