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VK04 NVL

2004 Honda CBR125R

Multi-colour Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

28,939 mi
Last recorded28,939 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR125R13,325 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK04 NVL
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2004
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2017 28,939 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn rear (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn rear (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 27,601 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 Aug 2014 27,500 miles

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

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front brake draging slightly

Fail 13 Aug 2013 26,951 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

front brake slightly binding

Pass 13 Aug 2013 26,951 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front brake slightly binding

Fail 4 Jul 2013 26,915 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 26,547 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 26,547 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 11 May 2012 26,545 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,592 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 20 Apr 2011 23,592 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 22,803 miles

slight play swinging/arm bushes

Pass 23 Apr 2009 19,302 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 17,671 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 17,671 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 14,953 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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VK04 NVL is a 2004 Honda CBR125R in Multi-colour with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 VK04 NVL, 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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VK04 NVL is a 2004 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 19 March 2004.

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