Honda Cb125f MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 333 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 22.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Cb125f MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Cb125f is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 333 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.5% and a failure rate of 22.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Cb125f earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Cb125f presents for MOT with approximately 10,465 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2016 models achieve the highest pass rate at 89.0%, while 2017 models have the lowest at 67.4%. This 21.6 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cb125f is Motorcycle structure and attachments, affecting 17.7% of all tests. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 10.5%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 10.5%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 17.7% | 59 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 10.5% | 35 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 10.5% | 35 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres | 7.8% | 26 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Suspension | 5.4% | 18 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering | 4.8% | 16 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 3.3% | 11 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.8% | 6 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 1.8% | 6 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Drive System | 1.2% | 4 |
| 11 | Non-component Advisories | 0.9% | 3 |
| 12 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.9% | 3 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.3% | 1 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 10,465 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 16.93 | 17.7% | 59 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 10.04 | 10.5% | 35 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 10.04 | 10.5% | 35 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 7.46 | 7.8% | 26 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 5.17 | 5.4% | 18 |
| Motorcycle steering | 4.59 | 4.8% | 16 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 3.16 | 3.3% | 11 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 1.72 | 1.8% | 6 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.72 | 1.8% | 6 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 1.15 | 1.2% | 4 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.86 | 0.9% | 3 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.86 | 0.9% | 3 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.29 | 0.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.29 | 0.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Cb125f has 10,465 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Honda Cb125f has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 21.50% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Cb125f MOT Data
The Honda Cb125f is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 333 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.5% and a failure rate of 22.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Cb125f owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle structure and attachments and motorcycle brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Cb125f is likely to perform.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 17.7% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 17.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Cb125f. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle brakes — 10.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 10.5% of MOT failures on the Honda Cb125f. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 10.5% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 10.5% of MOT failures on the Honda Cb125f. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Cb125f?
Based on 333 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cb125f has an overall pass rate of 77.5% (22.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cb125f?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Cb125f fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle structure and attachments (17.7%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (10.5%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (10.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Cb125f reliable?
With a 22.5% MOT failure rate, the Cb125f is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cb125f?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle structure and attachments (17.7%); Motorcycle brakes (10.5%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (10.5%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.