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R662 VLR

1997 Honda CA125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,661 mi
Last recorded33,661 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CA12514,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR662 VLR
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 33,661 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear tyre is perished

Pass 8 May 2015 33,125 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 32,959 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 8 Mar 2014 32,948 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Jul 2011 32,676 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 9 Jul 2011 32,667 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 12 Feb 2010 27,521 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 27,521 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 27,008 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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R662 VLR is a 1997 Honda CA125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R662 VLR, 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 R662 VLR registered?

R662 VLR is a 1997 Honda CA125, first registered on 6 September 1997.

Is R662 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R662 VLR 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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