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VK55 KPY

2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

42,387 mi
Last recorded42,387 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-513,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 KPY
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 125 R-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2014 42,387 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Number plate light not working

Fail 14 Nov 2014 42,387 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 36,552 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2013 36,552 miles

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)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 26,981 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 24,872 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 24,872 miles

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.

74.1%
Pass Rate
1,591
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
347
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 106
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 89
Drive chain excessively loose 86
Drive chain worn to excess 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 53
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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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VK55 KPY is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5, first registered on 26 November 2005.

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