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MTP 179Y

1983 Honda CM125C

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 1983 Honda CM125C27,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTP 179Y
MakeHonda
ModelCM125C
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 1 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2018 35,791 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 35,326 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2016 35,325 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Footrest missing pillion (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest missing pillion (6.2.1a)

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

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2016 35,324 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Footrest insecure pillion (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Footrest insecure pillion (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released front brake cable siezed (1.3.1e)

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2014 34,159 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 34,159 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 32,186 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 29,358 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 29,358 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2012 26,516 miles

Nearside Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 25,943 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 7 Jun 2010 25,943 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 25,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front tyre beginning to perish.

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 22 Sep 2008 25,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front tyre beginning to perish.

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 17 Jun 2008 25,943 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fail 22 Sep 2007 25,937 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

How Reliable is the Honda CM125C?

Based on 3,993 MOT tests across 787 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
787
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 92
Footrest missing 62
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
Drive chain excessively loose 45
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MTP 179Y is a 1983 Honda CM125C in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1983 Honda CM125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 27,326 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 CM125C fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MTP 179Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CM125C typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CM125C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MTP 179Y registered?

MTP 179Y is a 1983 Honda CM125C, first registered on 21 May 1983.

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