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VX53 FML

2004 Honda CBR125R

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

16,714 mi
Last recorded16,714 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR125R13,325 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 FML
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2025 16,714 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 15,305 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 14,743 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 2 Aug 2017 14,743 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 13,418 miles

Dim dip /main light switch sticks

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Engine covers fitted

Front brake rubbing slightly

Offside Front Indicator taped on

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Under trays fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2010 9,456 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

nearside h/bar slightly twisted

Fail 20 Aug 2010 9,456 miles

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

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

nearside h/bar slightly twisted

Pass 9 Jan 2009 6,338 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 6,338 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 4,984 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2007 4,968 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda CBR125R?

Based on 34,845 MOT tests across 4,022 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
1,538
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,005
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 860
Drive chain excessively loose 752
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 531
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 509
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VX53 FML is a 2004 Honda CBR125R in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBR125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 13,325 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 CBR125R fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 1,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX53 FML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR125R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBR125R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX53 FML registered?

VX53 FML is a 2004 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 23 January 2004.

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