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S994 SBE

1998 Honda CA125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,438 mi
Last recorded22,438 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda CA12513,767 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS994 SBE
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 22,438 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Nov 2013 22,425 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 20,847 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2012 20,765 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 8 May 2012 20,765 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 25 May 2011 20,486 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 17,723 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 14,138 miles

Front and rear brakes slightly binding.

Fail 19 Jun 2007 14,138 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front and rear brakes slightly binding

Drive chain adjusters excessively worn

Pass 19 Jun 2006 6,841 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005

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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S994 SBE is a 1998 Honda CA125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda CA125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 13,767 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 S994 SBE, 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 28 years old, this Honda CA125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S994 SBE is a 1998 Honda CA125, first registered on 29 September 1998.

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