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VN16 UBX

2016 Honda Cbr

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,955 mi
Last recorded41,955 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2016 Honda Cbr9,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN16 UBX
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year2016
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 41,955 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2024 36,265 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable The left handlebar is slightly bent and nearer the fuel tank then the other side is. (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy headrace bearings have a slight notch in the centre forward position. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2024 36,265 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted was fitted with the open end facing travel direction,this has been rectified (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable The left handlebar is slightly bent and nearer the fuel tank then the other side is. (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements correct size number plate had to be fitted over the top of the small one which didnt meet the correct spec. (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy headrace bearings have a slight notch in the centre forward position. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 31,452 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2023 31,452 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam headlight bulb was blown on the dip beam element,the bulb has been replaced with a new one. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 28,896 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush BOTH (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2022 28,855 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush BOTH (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2022 28,835 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 22,479 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no plate light inop

rear brake fluid level close to minimum

Pass 13 May 2019 9,028 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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VN16 UBX is a 2016 Honda Cbr in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2016 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 9,719 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN16 UBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 10 years old, this Honda Cbr is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VN16 UBX registered?

VN16 UBX is a 2016 Honda Cbr, first registered on 13 May 2016.

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