Chituma Ctm 125-C Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Chituma Ctm 125-C car check
Is the Chituma Ctm 125-C reliable? We analysed 975 real MOT tests across 240 vehicles to find out.
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The Chituma Ctm 125-C is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include steering headbearing has excessive free play, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and brake lever has inadequate reserve travel. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Chituma Ctm 125-C.
Chituma Ctm 125-C — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Chituma Ctm 125-C — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 125cc
- Power
- 8 BHP
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Motorcycle
- Common colour
- Red
- Wheel plan
- 2 Wheel
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- Emission class
- Not Available
Chituma Ctm 125-C Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Chituma Ctm 125-C. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Chituma Ctm 125-C MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Chituma Ctm 125-C to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Chituma Ctm 125-C Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Chituma Ctm 125-C fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Chituma Ctm 125-C Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Chituma Ctm 125-C owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Chituma Ctm 125-C MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Chituma Ctm 125-C year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 173 | 70.5% | 2,212 | 4,814 | 7,636 |
| 2005 | 448 | 70.1% | 1,594 | 4,627 | 10,189 |
| 2004 | 276 | 67.0% | 1,974 | 4,806 | 11,025 |
How Long Does a Chituma Ctm 125-C Last?
Based on 240 Chituma Ctm 125-C vehicles on UK roads.
Chituma Ctm 125-C Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Chituma Ctm 125-C MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Chituma Ctm 125-C
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.5% MOT pass rate from 173 tests
67.0% MOT pass rate from 276 tests
The best year to buy a used Chituma Ctm 125-C is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.5% across 173 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Chituma Ctm 125-C Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chituma Ctm 125-C THIS CAR | 69.2% | 975 | 4,575 mi | 22 yrs |
| Piaggio ET4 | 78.6% | 1,194 | 12,679 mi | 27 yrs |
| Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto | 88% | 1,263 | 42,614 mi | — yrs |
| Vauxhall Zafira Design Cdti E-flex | 79.1% | 659 | 91,707 mi | — yrs |
| Peugeot Expert HDI SWB | 72.4% | 1,043 | 149,759 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Piaggio ET4 (78.6% pass rate) and the Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto (88.0% pass rate), the Chituma Ctm 125-C trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Chituma Ctm 125-CShould you buy a used Chituma Ctm 125-C?
The Chituma Ctm 125-C has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.2% across 975 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Chituma Ctm 125-C are steering headbearing has excessive free play (36 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (31), and brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (29). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Chituma Ctm 125-C owner drives around 611 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Chituma Ctm 125-C models stay on UK roads for around 22 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.