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P778 JKU

1996 Honda CA125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,435 mi
Last recorded23,435 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CA12516,669 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP778 JKU
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 23,435 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2024 23,433 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 11 May 2020 23,365 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 23,338 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2017 23,338 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 23,141 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2016 23,141 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Plate brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.B2a)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 23,078 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2014 21,066 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 21,066 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 21,066 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 18,356 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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P778 JKU is a 1996 Honda CA125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P778 JKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P778 JKU registered?

P778 JKU is a 1996 Honda CA125, first registered on 27 August 1996.

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