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Y697 HGY

2001 Honda Clr 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,395 mi
Last recorded17,395 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Clr 12515,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY697 HGY
MakeHonda
ModelClr 125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 17,395 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front mudguard not fitted at time of test

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2026 17,395 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front mudguard not fitted at time of test

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 17,267 miles

Front NO MUDGUARD FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 7 Mar 2024 17,267 miles

Front NO MUDGUARD FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 16,698 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 16,689 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 16,661 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front brake slider pins worn

handle bar mounting bushes worn

Pass 30 Jun 2017 15,377 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 15,369 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2017 15,362 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

oil leaking from engine

Pass 25 May 2016 13,473 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 May 2016 13,473 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2015 10,172 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 10,141 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 9,281 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 9,281 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 7,945 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 6,339 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 4,327 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 4,327 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Dec 2008 31 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 31 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 14,493 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 14,449 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Clr 125?

Based on 7,574 MOT tests across 845 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
961
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
845
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 218
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 162
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 141
Drive chain excessively loose 132
Drive chain worn to excess 127
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Y697 HGY is a 2001 Honda Clr 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda Clr 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 15,362 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 Clr 125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y697 HGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Clr 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Honda Clr 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y697 HGY is a 2001 Honda Clr 125, first registered on 19 April 2001.

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