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R56 CUJ

1998 Honda CA125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,222 mi
Last recorded21,222 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CA12513,767 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 CUJ
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 21,222 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 21,218 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

slight misting of oil (front caliper)

Pass 7 Jul 2023 21,216 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 21,213 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 13 Jul 2022 21,211 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 20,899 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 20,899 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2006 20,687 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 20,687 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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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R56 CUJ is a 1998 Honda CA125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda CA125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 13,767 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 R56 CUJ, 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 28 years old, this Honda CA125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R56 CUJ registered?

R56 CUJ is a 1998 Honda CA125, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R56 CUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 CUJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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