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AU05 XLM

2005 Honda Cbr

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,663 mi
Last recorded30,663 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Honda Cbr13,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 XLM
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 30,663 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 30,663 miles

Front Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

Front Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2016 25,430 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 20,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 20,450 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 15,449 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front brake binding on slightly

kush drive rubbers slightly worn

Pass 6 Jan 2012 12,397 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

fork dust seal split

stand pivot worn

Fail 6 Jan 2012 12,397 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

fork dust seal split

stand pivot worn

Pass 16 Apr 2010 9,203 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 9,197 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 7,852 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 6,545 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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AU05 XLM is a 2005 Honda Cbr in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 13,032 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU05 XLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Cbr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AU05 XLM is a 2005 Honda Cbr, first registered on 5 April 2005.

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