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R58 RCF

1998 Honda CA125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,628 mi
Last recorded15,628 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CA12513,767 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR58 RCF
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 15,628 miles

Rear rear sprocket worn

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

Fail 30 Jul 2019 15,608 miles

Rear Brake component modification unsafe rear torque arm loose (1.1.21 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear rear sprocket worn

Pass 24 Jul 2018 14,406 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 14,406 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 12,512 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 9,718 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 9,718 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 7,873 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 7,809 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 7,556 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 7,556 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 7,546 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 14 May 2011 5,300 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Oct 2009 3,497 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2009 3,497 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 3,493 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 3,493 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 1,282 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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R58 RCF is a 1998 Honda CA125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R58 RCF, 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 R58 RCF registered?

R58 RCF is a 1998 Honda CA125, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R58 RCF safe to buy?

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