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WJ05 LXZ

2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

938 mi
Last recorded938 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-513,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 LXZ
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 125 R-5
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 938 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 38,836 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 360,302 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 32,390 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 24,816 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

throttle cable & front brake hose routing incorrect but still operational

Fail 3 Dec 2010 22,283 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 22,283 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 17,773 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 17,773 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fail 26 Jun 2008 14,219 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 14,219 miles

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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WJ05 LXZ is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5 in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 WJ05 LXZ, 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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WJ05 LXZ is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5, first registered on 14 April 2005.

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