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N386 HCS

1996 Honda CB125

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,836 mi
Last recorded9,836 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN386 HCS
MakeHonda
ModelCB125
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 9,836 miles

Front brake caliper sticking on sliders - brake still works with no bind

Nearside Front Lower brake caliper slider missing rubber boot - slider pin is rusty - will be cause of caliper sticking on slider

Offside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened chrome fork leg has large chip in it (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

oil leak from cylinder head area of engine

Pass 30 Nov 2024 9,262 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases balance pipe underneath engine poorly welded and blowing gases out (6.1.2 (a))

Front tyre dated 2005 - recommend replacement

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced main frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of fuel tank very rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear tyre dated 2009 - recommend replacement

both fork legs chrome parts rusty and pitted

Pass 13 Nov 2009 8,912 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 8,895 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 8,401 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 7,762 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 7,532 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 7,254 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB125?

Based on 1,080 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
185
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Footrest missing 12
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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N386 HCS is a 1996 Honda CB125 in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Honda CB125 fails its MOT is direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N386 HCS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB125 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CB125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N386 HCS registered?

N386 HCS is a 1996 Honda CB125, first registered on 7 May 1996.

Is N386 HCS safe to buy?

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