2012 Honda CBR 125 R-C 0.1L Petrol · LR62 LTU

The most recent MOT activity on 2026‑07‑01 at 32,748 miles shows the CBR 125 R‑C failing the registration plate lamp illumination requirement (4.7.2 (a)) while the pass entry notes a bent front brake lever, a deformed offside handlebar and an offside front shock absorber with oil misting (5.3.2 (b)). The persistence of the brake lever bend, handlebar deformation and shock oil mist across multiple tests indicates that the maintenance trend is not improving; the bike remains in a borderline roadworthy state with unresolved defects. Mileage accumulation has been exceptionally low for a 14‑year‑old machine. Between the 2025‑01‑03 test at 32,706 miles and the 2026‑07‑01 test only 42 miles were recorded over roughly 18 months, and the jump from 32,490 miles in November 2023 to 32,706 miles in January 2025 added just 216 miles in about 14 months. This pattern of minimal mileage gain, punctuated by long intervals between MOTs, suggests the bike has been stored for extended periods rather than regular high‑usage riding. A prospective buyer should inspect the front brake lever for bending or binding, verify that the offside handlebar is securely attached despite its deformation, and check the front shock absorber for oil leaks that could compromise damping. The registration plate lamp must be functional, and the direction indicators should be tested, as they failed in February 2017. Brake pads were close to the minimum limit in early 2017, so pad wear and disc condition merit close examination. Finally, a thorough visual check for corrosion on the frame, suspension bushes and any rust on the exhaust system is advisable, given the bike’s age and the recorded shock oil mist.