MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,387 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Number plate light not working
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Number plate light not working
Only 50% of head light working
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 125 R-5?
Based on 3,207 MOT tests across 347 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VK55 KPY is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
Across all 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 13,759 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-5 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK55 KPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda Cbr 125 R-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Cbr 125 R-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was VK55 KPY registered?
VK55 KPY is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5, first registered on 26 November 2005.
Is VK55 KPY safe to buy?
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