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Y979 OFU

2001 Honda SH125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,315 mi
Last recorded19,315 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Honda SH12516,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY979 OFU
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2015 19,315 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 17,685 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 13,636 miles

both brake levers bent

Fail 13 Apr 2013 13,586 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

both brake levers bent

rear tyre has cracks not to cords

Pass 4 Jan 2012 8,575 miles

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

front brake has slight bind

front tyre cracked

Fail 4 Jan 2012 8,575 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

front brake has slight bind

front tyre cracked

Pass 11 Jan 2011 6,363 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 4,906 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SH125?

Based on 21,983 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
1,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 489
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 235
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 192
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Y979 OFU is a 2001 Honda SH125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Honda SH125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 16,078 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 SH125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y979 OFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH125 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Honda SH125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y979 OFU registered?

Y979 OFU is a 2001 Honda SH125, first registered on 2 August 2001.

Is Y979 OFU safe to buy?

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