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KM05 TEY

2005 Honda SH125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

12,731 mi
Last recorded12,731 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda SH12514,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM05 TEY
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 12,731 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 12,710 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel has bolts/rivets missing or loose to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected (5.2.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 12,229 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2022 12,229 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released rear brake operation (switch) (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 11,507 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 11,507 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released rear brake lever operation (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 7,657 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 6,008 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 6,008 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 4,844 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 2,935 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 2,728 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 2,728 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 2,661 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 1,469 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 1,278 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 982 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 706 miles

How Reliable is the Honda SH125?

Based on 21,983 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
1,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 489
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 235
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 192
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KM05 TEY is a 2005 Honda SH125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2005 Honda SH125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 14,499 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 SH125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM05 TEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda SH125 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Honda SH125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KM05 TEY registered?

KM05 TEY is a 2005 Honda SH125, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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