Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6?

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 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6?

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 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6?

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 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

25% 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 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 212 vehicles, the 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.6%, 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 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6?

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 RS 6 (2007)

212 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75.6% first-time pass rate

2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6

CarHunch analysed 212 real MOT records for the 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 Honda CBR 125 RS-6 is a poor MOT performer, with a first-time pass rate of just 57.1%—significantly below the UK average of 80%. A quarter of these bikes have recorded dangerous defects at some point, which is a serious red flag for any prospective buyer and suggests structural, braking, or safety issues are common.

At 13,664 miles average, these are well-used machines, and the data reflects it: owners face an average of 1.81 failures and 6.8 advisories per test, indicating persistent mechanical or wear-related problems. Before purchasing one, have a pre-buy inspection focused on brakes, suspension, and frame integrity—don't rely on MOT history alone given the high failure rate.

We have limited data for the 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

75.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

25%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.81

Over 7.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

11k

Middle half: 8k–18k

For context

These stats describe 212 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 212 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25% 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 (97%)	205	75.3%	1.84

Colour Breakdown

Based on 331 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Yellow 62.8%

208

Orange 14.2%

Multi-colour 13%

Blue 3.6%

Black 3%

Purple 1.8%

Red 1.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6 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.

11,170

typical

7,990

low mileage

17,941

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6 vehicles fall between 7,990 and 17,941 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,990 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.

✓ 7,990–17,941 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6s sit.

⚠ Over 24,220 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 22% of 2007 Honda Cbr 125 RS 6s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 20 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (22% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* 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

7.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.81

Avg failures per vehicle

6.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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