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R860 SDA

1997 Honda CA125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

12,998 mi
Last recorded12,998 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CA12514,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR860 SDA
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 12,998 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 12,393 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2024 12,393 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 12,116 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jan 2024 12,116 miles

Brake component modification unsafe Rear brake rod loose and split pin missing (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 12,080 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 11,127 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 11,127 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 8,807 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 24 Nov 2018 8,807 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 7,084 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 16 Nov 2017 7,084 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 4,919 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 1,109 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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R860 SDA is a 1997 Honda CA125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R860 SDA, 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 R860 SDA registered?

R860 SDA is a 1997 Honda CA125, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R860 SDA safe to buy?

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