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RF04 YLM

2004 Honda CBR125R

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2023
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

19,964 mi
Last recorded19,964 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR125R13,325 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF04 YLM
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 19,964 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2022 19,964 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2021 29,313 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 27,563 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2020 27,540 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 24,943 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 24,920 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Offside Front indicator lens missing

Pass 2 Aug 2017 21,730 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 2 Aug 2017 21,730 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 19,395 miles

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 18,657 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 18,654 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front tyre now starting to crack.

Pass 21 Nov 2013 18,591 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 18,591 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 May 2010 17,182 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 17,182 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 May 2009 14,320 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 14,320 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2008 12,405 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 12,405 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 19 May 2007 8,850 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR125R?

Based on 34,845 MOT tests across 4,022 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
1,538
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,005
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 860
Drive chain excessively loose 752
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 531
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 509
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RF04 YLM is a 2004 Honda CBR125R in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBR125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 13,325 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 CBR125R fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 1,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF04 YLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR125R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBR125R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RF04 YLM is a 2004 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 13 May 2004.

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