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PO54 KXR

2004 Honda CBR125R

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

23,996 mi
Last recorded23,996 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR125R13,325 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO54 KXR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 23,996 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 23,854 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 May 2019 25,535 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 May 2018 18,298 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 May 2018 18,294 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 13,717 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Apr 2017 13,613 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Outer Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 11,192 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 11,192 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

lefthand front indicator shows white light

Fail 30 Aug 2014 33,236 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front footpeg hanger is slightly insecure

front footpeg rubber is insecure

the clocks are insecure

Pass 23 Jul 2013 25,257 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 18 Jul 2013 25,069 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jul 2012 14,077 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 9,948 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 5,289 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 1,526 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 1,321 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR125R?

Based on 34,845 MOT tests across 4,022 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
1,538
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,005
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 860
Drive chain excessively loose 752
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 531
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 509
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PO54 KXR is a 2004 Honda CBR125R in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBR125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 13,325 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 CBR125R fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 1,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO54 KXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR125R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBR125R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PO54 KXR registered?

PO54 KXR is a 2004 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 30 October 2004.

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