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MF04 EFS

2004 Honda CBR125R

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

24,955 mi
Last recorded24,955 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR125R13,325 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF04 EFS
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 24,955 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 24,885 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

passenger seat missing

Pass 4 Apr 2014 24,801 miles

1 of 2 headlamps working on low beam

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 4 Apr 2014 24,801 miles

1 of 2 headlamps working on low beam

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 28 Mar 2013 24,090 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 28 Mar 2013 24,090 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 22 Mar 2012 22,703 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 12 Mar 2012 22,519 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 19,079 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 19,079 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2009 15,864 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 15,851 miles

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

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

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 11,897 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 7,552 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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MF04 EFS is a 2004 Honda CBR125R in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 MF04 EFS, 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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MF04 EFS is a 2004 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 5 April 2004.

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