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RX51 HWU

2001 Honda SH125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,207 mi
Last recorded47,207 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Honda SH12516,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 HWU
MakeHonda
ModelSH125
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 47,207 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 8 Mar 2018 47,205 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 42,750 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 31,989 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 27,336 miles

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

Nearside Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 27,336 miles

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

Nearside Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 8 Oct 2011 23,729 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre as a number of cracks in sidewall

Pass 8 Oct 2011 23,729 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre as a number of cracks in sidewall

Pass 4 Oct 2010 21,495 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 18,798 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 30 Sep 2009 18,798 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Oct 2008 15,842 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 12,518 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 22 Sep 2006 9,377 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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RX51 HWU is a 2001 Honda SH125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Honda SH125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 16,078 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 RX51 HWU, 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 25 years old, this Honda SH125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX51 HWU registered?

RX51 HWU is a 2001 Honda SH125, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RX51 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 HWU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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