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RK51 EBJ

2001 Honda @ 125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

46,946 mi
Last recorded46,946 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda @ 12513,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 EBJ
MakeHonda
Model@ 125
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 46,946 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 45,237 miles

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside body damage

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

Rear brake effort low

oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2023 43,805 miles

Corrosion on centre stand

Corrosion on exhaust

Corrosion on frame

Corrosion on rear brake linkage

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Corrosion on rear spring

Oil leak at filler cap

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 42,705 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside front panel damaged

Pass 25 Aug 2021 41,662 miles

damage to o/s f fairing

very dirty condition

Pass 17 Aug 2020 40,611 miles

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

Offside Front fairing dammaged

bike muddy

Fail 5 Aug 2020 40,577 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front fairing dammaged

bike muddy

Pass 7 Aug 2019 39,461 miles

Offside Front fairing damaged

Rear Road spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear brake lever short

exhaust system corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2018 37,415 miles

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

Road spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 18 Jul 2018 37,378 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm on right side (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Road spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2017 35,769 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2016 33,579 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4A1b(ii))

damage to fairing

rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 29 Jul 2015 31,431 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2014 29,569 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2013 27,526 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 27,525 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 25,500 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 23,183 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 21,050 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 19,040 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 16,871 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 14,569 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

main stand slow t5o retract

Pass 5 Jul 2006 12,044 miles

How Reliable is the Honda @ 125?

Based on 3,798 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,045
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 74
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 73
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 49
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RK51 EBJ is a 2001 Honda @ 125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 Honda @ 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 13,890 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda @ 125 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK51 EBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda @ 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Honda @ 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK51 EBJ registered?

RK51 EBJ is a 2001 Honda @ 125, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is RK51 EBJ safe to buy?

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