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R491 DMX

1997 Honda CA125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,459 mi
Last recorded26,459 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CA12514,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR491 DMX
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 26,459 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 26,451 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 26,439 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 May 2014 26,388 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 26,019 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 25,425 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 21,455 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 21,142 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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R491 DMX is a 1997 Honda CA125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R491 DMX, 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

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What year was R491 DMX registered?

R491 DMX is a 1997 Honda CA125, first registered on 29 December 1997.

Is R491 DMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R491 DMX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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