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RJ12 XKU

2012 Honda CBR125R

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,941 mi
Last recorded38,941 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda CBR125R13,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ12 XKU
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 38,941 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 May 2025 38,929 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front tyre worn uneven

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

Rear tyre worn uneven

brake fluid close to minimum mark

engine oil leak

Pass 13 May 2024 35,347 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear brake fluid low

Pass 5 May 2023 32,612 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 28,876 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 26,699 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2020 26,699 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 24,761 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Fail 23 Oct 2018 24,761 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 19,540 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 19,117 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 May 2017 19,117 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 17,867 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 12,919 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR125R?

Based on 34,845 MOT tests across 4,022 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
1,538
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,005
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 860
Drive chain excessively loose 752
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 531
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 509
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RJ12 XKU is a 2012 Honda CBR125R in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Honda CBR125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 13,975 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 CBR125R fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 1,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ12 XKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR125R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Honda CBR125R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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RJ12 XKU is a 2012 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 3 July 2012.

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