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R172 SDV

1997 Honda CA125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,808 mi
Last recorded9,808 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2005
Typical for 1997 Honda CA12514,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR172 SDV
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2005 9,808 miles
Fail 27 May 2005 9,615 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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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R172 SDV is a 1997 Honda CA125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R172 SDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R172 SDV?

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What year was R172 SDV registered?

R172 SDV is a 1997 Honda CA125, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R172 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R172 SDV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R172 SDV have outstanding finance?

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