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N512 JLY

1996 Honda CA125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,178 mi
Last recorded42,178 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CA12516,669 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN512 JLY
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 42,178 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 42,030 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 36,946 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 29,097 miles

Front Headlight Side Light Not Working

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

Rear Mudguard insecure

Fail 25 Jan 2021 29,097 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlight Side Light Not Working

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

Rear Mudguard insecure

Pass 17 Feb 2020 26,639 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 26,505 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 26,505 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 10 May 2007 25,056 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 May 2007 25,056 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 May 2006 22,556 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CA125?

Based on 5,603 MOT tests across 655 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
737
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
655
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 186
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Drive chain excessively loose 112
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 74
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N512 JLY is a 1996 Honda CA125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda CA125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 16,669 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 CA125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N512 JLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CA125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CA125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N512 JLY registered?

N512 JLY is a 1996 Honda CA125, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N512 JLY safe to buy?

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