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UMF 987M

1973 Honda CB125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,166 mi
Last recorded29,166 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2015
Typical for 1973 Honda CB12514,379 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMF 987M
MakeHonda
ModelCB125
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2015 29,166 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 29,166 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda CB125?

Based on 1,080 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
185
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Footrest missing 12
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 11
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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UMF 987M is a 1973 Honda CB125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Honda CB125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 14,379 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 CB125 fails its MOT is direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UMF 987M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB125 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 53 years old, this Honda CB125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UMF 987M?

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What year was UMF 987M registered?

UMF 987M is a 1973 Honda CB125, first registered on 6 December 1973.

Is UMF 987M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMF 987M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UMF 987M have outstanding finance?

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