Honda Cbr 125 R-d MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,134 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 26.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Cbr 125 R-d MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Cbr 125 R-d is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,134 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.8% and a failure rate of 26.2%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Cbr 125 R-d earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Honda Cbr 125 R-d presents for MOT with approximately 14,889 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2014 models achieve the highest pass rate at 78.3%, while 2013 models have the lowest at 73.2%. This 5.1 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cbr 125 R-d is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 18.5% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle structure and attachments at 13.6%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 12.2%. 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
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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 Brakes | 18.5% | 210 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 13.6% | 154 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 12.2% | 138 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Suspension | 7.1% | 81 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Drive System | 6.3% | 72 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 6.3% | 71 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres | 5.5% | 62 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering | 5.0% | 57 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 3.2% | 36 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 3.1% | 35 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.3% | 15 |
| 12 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.8% | 9 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.7% | 8 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.5% | 6 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.5% | 6 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,889 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 brakes | 12.44 | 18.5% | 210 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 9.12 | 13.6% | 154 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 8.17 | 12.2% | 138 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 4.80 | 7.1% | 81 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 4.26 | 6.3% | 72 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 4.21 | 6.3% | 71 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 3.67 | 5.5% | 62 |
| Motorcycle steering | 3.38 | 5.0% | 57 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 2.13 | 3.2% | 36 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 2.07 | 3.1% | 35 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.89 | 1.3% | 15 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.53 | 0.8% | 9 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.47 | 0.7% | 8 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.36 | 0.5% | 6 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.36 | 0.5% | 6 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Cbr 125 R-d has 14,889 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 Cbr 125 R-d has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 17.60% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Cbr 125 R-d MOT Data
The Honda Cbr 125 R-d is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,134 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.8% and a failure rate of 26.2%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Cbr 125 R-d owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle structure and attachments 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 Cbr 125 R-d is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 18.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 18.5% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr 125 R-d. 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 structure and attachments — 13.6% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 13.6% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr 125 R-d. 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 lamps and reflectors — 12.2% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 12.2% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr 125 R-d. 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 Cbr 125 R-d?
Based on 1,134 MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cbr 125 R-d has an overall pass rate of 73.8% (26.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr 125 R-d?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Cbr 125 R-d fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (18.5%), 2. Motorcycle structure and attachments (13.6%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (12.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Cbr 125 R-d reliable?
With a 26.2% MOT failure rate, the Cbr 125 R-d is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cbr 125 R-d?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (18.5%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (13.6%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (12.2%). 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.