Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

23% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C reliable?

Based on MOT data from 339 vehicles, the 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C has a first-time MOT pass rate of 80.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Cbr 125 R C (2013)

339 real MOT outcomes analysed • 80.4% first-time pass rate

2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C

CarHunch analysed 339 real MOT records for the 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 339 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2013 Honda CBR 125 R-C struggles in the MOT bay compared to the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of just 64.7% against the national 80% benchmark—a significant gap that suggests recurring maintenance issues. More concerning is that nearly a quarter of these bikes (23%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is well above acceptable and a genuine buyer red flag.

The median mileage of 13,678 miles is quite low for an 11-year-old bike, yet these machines still accumulate an average of 1.29 failures and 5.6 advisories each, pointing to age-related wear rather than hard use as the culprit. Before committing to one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the cooling system, brakes, and electrical components—the advisory count suggests these areas are where the CBR 125 typically shows its age.

The 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (80.4%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

80.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

23%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.29

Over 5.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 10k–19k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 5.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 339 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 339 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 23% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	331	80.5%	1.31

Colour Breakdown

Based on 911 Honda Cbr 125 R C vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Orange 50.6%

461

White 24.4%

222

Black 23.6%

215

Multi-colour 0.9%

Red 0.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

13,678

typical

9,901

low mileage

19,136

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C vehicles fall between 9,901 and 19,136 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 9,901 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 9,901–19,136 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R Cs sit.

⚠ Over 25,833 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Honda Cbr 125 R C — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 32% of 2013 Honda Cbr 125 R Cs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 84 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (32% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

5.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.29

Avg failures per vehicle

5.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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