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R418 YBJ

1997 Honda CA125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

15,502 mi
Last recorded15,502 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CA12514,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR418 YBJ
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2024 15,502 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 14,700 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 13,217 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021
Pass 2 Nov 2020 12,911 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2020 12,910 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 12,707 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 12,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 12,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 21 Mar 2015 12,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 11,944 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Mar 2014 11,944 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 11,232 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

handle bar grips too long for hamdle bars

one rear spoke broken

rear number plate not standard

slight play rear brake lever piviot

Fail 24 Apr 2010 11,232 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

drive chain rusty and not lubricated

handle bar grips too long for hamdle bars

one rear spoke broken

rear number plate not standard

slight play rear brake lever piviot

Pass 18 Apr 2009 8,787 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 8,786 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

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

Fail 11 Aug 2007 7,513 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 7,513 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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R418 YBJ is a 1997 Honda CA125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 R418 YBJ, 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 R418 YBJ registered?

R418 YBJ is a 1997 Honda CA125, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is R418 YBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R418 YBJ shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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