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R355 EEG

1997 Honda CA125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

28,257 mi
Last recorded28,257 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda CA12514,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR355 EEG
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2013 28,257 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 28,240 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Fail 27 Nov 2012 28,182 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

n/s footret rubber missing

rear brake pedal rubbing on exhaust

Pass 1 Dec 2011 26,551 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 26,548 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 26,072 miles

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

front tyre showing signs of ageing re cracks

Pass 21 Nov 2009 24,742 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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R355 EEG is a 1997 Honda CA125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R355 EEG, 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 R355 EEG registered?

R355 EEG is a 1997 Honda CA125, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R355 EEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R355 EEG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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