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RA55 ETR

2005 Honda SH125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,714 mi
Last recorded24,714 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda SH12514,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 ETR
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 24,714 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2025 24,552 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 24,339 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 24,339 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 24,014 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 24,009 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 23,775 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 23,583 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 23,338 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 22,911 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 22,911 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2014 21,609 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 21,609 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 18,990 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 18,990 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 16,666 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 14,000 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 11,468 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 9,063 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 7,273 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SH125?

Based on 21,983 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
1,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 489
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 235
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 192
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RA55 ETR is a 2005 Honda SH125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Honda SH125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 14,499 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 SH125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA55 ETR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH125 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Honda SH125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA55 ETR registered?

RA55 ETR is a 2005 Honda SH125, first registered on 6 December 2005.

Is RA55 ETR safe to buy?

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