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VN05 NAU

2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

15,544 mi
Last recorded15,544 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-513,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN05 NAU
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 125 R-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 15,544 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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 headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 14,976 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2024 14,968 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 14,008 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 9,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 9,787 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 8,732 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 7,949 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 6,344 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 6,031 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 5,506 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 5,506 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 4,098 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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VN05 NAU is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VN05 NAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VN05 NAU?

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What year was VN05 NAU registered?

VN05 NAU is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5, first registered on 8 June 2005.

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