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YC05 HVB

2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,176 mi
Last recorded15,176 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-513,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 HVB
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 125 R-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 15,176 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 May 2019 14,910 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 13,779 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 9,006 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 8,854 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 7,136 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 7,136 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 5,080 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 5,079 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 4,511 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 4,511 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 4,511 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 May 2009 4,511 miles

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

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

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 2,634 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2008 2,549 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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YC05 HVB is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YC05 HVB, 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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YC05 HVB is a 2005 Honda Cbr 125 R-5, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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