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R903 VOP

1997 Honda CA125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,122 mi
Last recorded15,122 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CA12514,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR903 VOP
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 15,122 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 15,121 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) Spindle pinch bolt (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 12,105 miles

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

Headlamp aim at top of tolerance.

Play in head stock bearing.

Rear brake pedal may need slight adjustment.

Pass 10 Jul 2009 11,882 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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R903 VOP is a 1997 Honda CA125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R903 VOP, 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 R903 VOP registered?

R903 VOP is a 1997 Honda CA125, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R903 VOP safe to buy?

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