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P242 UAF

1997 Honda CA125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,840 mi
Last recorded36,840 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CA12514,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 UAF
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2017 36,840 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake drum(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Both tyres worn to limit..

Front shock abs weak..

Pass 25 Aug 2016 31,541 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 25,761 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 25,761 miles

Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 21,403 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 19,889 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 17,998 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 17,998 miles

Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 24 Feb 2011 17,977 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 17,977 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 17,825 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 17,748 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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P242 UAF is a 1997 Honda CA125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda CA125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 14,505 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 P242 UAF, 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 29 years old, this Honda CA125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P242 UAF registered?

P242 UAF is a 1997 Honda CA125, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P242 UAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 UAF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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