Honda Cbr 125 R-C
MotorcycleFrom 371 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a transmission belt, chain and sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 29 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 29 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 12 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 11 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 9 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 7 |
| brake fluid below minimum mark | 6 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 12.2% of Cbr 125 R-C failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £41.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 72.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2012 | 73.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbr 125 R-Cs tested had between 17,853 and 32,262 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 24,514 median miles, the Cbr 125 R-C has 0.11 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Cbr 125 R-C MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbr 125 R-C has a 73% MOT pass rate based on 371 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr 125 R-C?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbr 125 R-C is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 29 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbr 125 R-C at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbr 125 R-C is 24,514 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,853 and 32,262 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.