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SM12 ZPE

2012 Honda Cbr 125 R-c

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2025
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

19,739 mi
Last recorded19,739 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbr 125 R-c14,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 ZPE
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 125 R-c
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 19,739 miles

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

Nearside Front gear change linkage worn

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

Fail 31 Oct 2024 19,642 miles

Offside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock steering stop damaged (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front gear change linkage worn

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

Pass 2 Nov 2023 16,824 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2023 16,816 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling forks twisted (2.4 (a))

Both bars bent

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Gear linkage not attached and bent.

Fail 16 May 2023 15,649 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling Forks bent/twisted (2.4 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 18,414 miles

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 11 Dec 2021 18,290 miles

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Steering misaligned.

Pass 11 Aug 2020 11,444 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 11,423 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 10,884 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 9,433 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 6,453 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 125 R-c?

Based on 5,490 MOT tests across 746 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
1,643
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 54
Drive chain excessively loose 51
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
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SM12 ZPE is a 2012 Honda Cbr 125 R-c in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2012 Honda Cbr 125 R-c models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 14,416 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 Cbr 125 R-c fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM12 ZPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 125 R-c typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Honda Cbr 125 R-c is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM12 ZPE registered?

SM12 ZPE is a 2012 Honda Cbr 125 R-c, first registered on 27 July 2012.

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