Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9?

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 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9?

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 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9?

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.

Is the 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 131 vehicles, the 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 63.2%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9?

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 Rw 9 (2010)

131 real MOT outcomes analysed • 63.2% first-time pass rate

2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9

CarHunch analysed 131 real MOT records for the 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.

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This 2010 Honda CBR 125 is struggling at the MOT: just 63.2% pass first time versus the UK average of 80%, meaning you're significantly more likely to need repairs before it's roadworthy. While the 15.3% dangerous defect rate isn't alarming, the average of 1.34 failures per vehicle points to recurring issues that need addressing.

These bikes are running light for their age at under 13,000 miles on average, yet still averaging 6 advisories each—suggesting maintenance neglect rather than wear and tear. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the ignition system, chain, and brake fluid condition, as these are typical weak spots on this model at MOT.

We have limited data for the 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these cars 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

63.2%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

15.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.34

Over 6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

11k

Middle half: 7k–16k

For context

These stats describe 131 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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Before you buy a 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9

Based on MOT data from 131 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.3% 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%)	129	62.6%	1.36

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9 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.

11,147

typical

7,453

low mileage

15,774

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9 vehicles fall between 7,453 and 15,774 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,453 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.

✓ 7,453–15,774 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9s sit.

⚠ Over 21,294 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 15% of 2010 Honda Cbr 125 Rw 9s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 12 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (15% 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

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.34

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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