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LM53 VUO

2004 Honda CBR125R

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,027 mi
Last recorded16,027 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR125R13,325 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 VUO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 16,027 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 15,940 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 15,940 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2023 9,832 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 9,832 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 9 Aug 2023 9,825 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 7,164 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 21 Jul 2022 7,164 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 6,486 miles

Rear number plate slightly damaged.

Pass 6 Jun 2018 5,093 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 4,948 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 4,830 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 4,535 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 2,620 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 2,342 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 1,676 miles

Gear change lever / clevis pin worn.

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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LM53 VUO is a 2004 Honda CBR125R in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LM53 VUO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM53 VUO registered?

LM53 VUO is a 2004 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is LM53 VUO safe to buy?

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