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VU05 BUF

2005 Honda Cbr 125 R

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,115 mi
Last recorded31,115 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R12,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 BUF
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 125 R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 31,115 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 23,097 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 21,748 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 19,300 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 19,300 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2014 13,868 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 13,868 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 11,477 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 7,597 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 125 R?

Based on 797 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
1,605
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Drive chain excessively loose 14
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 13
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VU05 BUF is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 12,416 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr 125 R fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU05 BUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 125 R typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Cbr 125 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VU05 BUF registered?

VU05 BUF is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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