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R81 BDL

1997 Honda CA125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,065 mi
Last recorded14,065 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CA12514,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR81 BDL
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 14,065 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front footrest rubber missing

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

Fail 20 Sep 2025 14,057 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front footrest rubber missing

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 12,749 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 11,700 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 10,642 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 10,590 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2021 9,090 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Sep 2020 7,785 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 6,399 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

advise change brake fluid

Pass 12 Sep 2018 4,027 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 1,298 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 1,113 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 1,107 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 1,087 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 973 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 953 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 834 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 646 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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R81 BDL 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 88.9%.

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 R81 BDL, 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 R81 BDL registered?

R81 BDL is a 1997 Honda CA125, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is R81 BDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R81 BDL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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