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YB61 VOT

2012 Honda CBR125R

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

20,793 mi
Last recorded20,793 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda CBR125R13,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 VOT
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 20,793 miles

Front Lower various panel fastenings and bolts missing

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect fork movement stiff on compression (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned handlebars slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play movement in sprocket carrier bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear chain adjuster plate and locknuts loose

Fail 29 Aug 2025 20,785 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested rear calliper not fitted correctly (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Offside Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected rear calliper bracket lock stop not in correct fitment (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play movement in sprocket carrier (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2025 20,776 miles

Offside Front Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle tube end damaged (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play movement in sprocket carrier (5.1.3 (a) (i))

offside mirror and and various panel bolts and fasteners loose or missing

Pass 2 Nov 2023 19,808 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2022 19,808 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake caliper operating mechanism has excessive travel brake lever touches handlebar (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted routed wrong side of fork (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

various fairing fasteners missing (fairing loose)

Pass 6 Apr 2018 19,184 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 7,698 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 6,849 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 5,353 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 5,342 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 5,342 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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YB61 VOT is a 2012 Honda CBR125R in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2012 Honda CBR125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 13,975 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 YB61 VOT, 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 14 years old, this Honda CBR125R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YB61 VOT is a 2012 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 20 January 2012.

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