Honda Crm125 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 98 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 36.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Crm125 MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Crm125 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 98 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.3% and a failure rate of 36.7%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Crm125 earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Honda Crm125 presents for MOT with approximately 17,275 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Crm125 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 36.7% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 20.4%. Motorcycle drive system rounds out the top three at 19.4%. 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
* 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 Lighting And Signalling | 45.9% | 45 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 32.7% | 32 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Drive System | 21.4% | 21 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 18.4% | 18 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 18.4% | 18 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 8.2% | 8 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 7.1% | 7 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 6.1% | 6 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering | 5.1% | 5 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Suspension | 3.1% | 3 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Wheels | 3.1% | 3 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 3.1% | 3 |
| 13 | Non-component Advisories | 3.1% | 3 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 2.0% | 2 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 17,275 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 lighting and signalling | 26.58 | 45.9% | 45 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 18.90 | 32.7% | 32 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 12.40 | 21.4% | 21 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 10.63 | 18.4% | 18 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 10.63 | 18.4% | 18 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 4.73 | 8.2% | 8 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 4.13 | 7.1% | 7 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 3.54 | 6.1% | 6 |
| Motorcycle steering | 2.95 | 5.1% | 5 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.77 | 3.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 1.77 | 3.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.77 | 3.1% | 3 |
| Non-component advisories | 1.77 | 3.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 1.18 | 2.0% | 2 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.59 | 1.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Crm125 has 17,275 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 Crm125 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 21.24% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Crm125 MOT Data
The Honda Crm125 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 98 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.3% and a failure rate of 36.7%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Crm125 owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 Crm125 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 36.7% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 36.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Crm125. Motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 — 20.4% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 20.4% of MOT failures on the Honda Crm125. 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 drive system — 19.4% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 19.4% of MOT failures on the Honda Crm125. Motorcycle drive system 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Crm125?
Based on 98 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Crm125 has an overall pass rate of 63.3% (36.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Crm125?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Crm125 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (36.7%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (20.4%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (19.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Crm125 reliable?
With a 36.7% MOT failure rate, the Crm125 is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Crm125?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (36.7%); Motorcycle brakes (20.4%); Motorcycle drive system (19.4%). 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.