Honda Cg Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda Cg reliable? We analysed 1,330 real MOT tests across 178 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Cg is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cg.
Honda Cg Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Cg. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Cg MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Cg to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Cg Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Cg fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Cg Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Cg owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Cg MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cg year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 76 | 82.9% | 4,552 | 7,870 | 17,159 |
| 2007 | 199 | 78.9% | 6,557 | 12,074 | 20,827 |
| 2001 | 136 | 72.8% | 11,194 | 23,912 | 43,637 |
| 1996 | 273 | 74.4% | 9,360 | 16,004 | 28,088 |
| 1995 | 98 | 75.5% | 21,493 | 31,120 | 44,228 |
| 1992 | 52 | 69.2% | 19,058 | 21,882 | 39,056 |
| 1991 | 50 | 78.0% | 16,528 | 23,418 | 28,136 |
| 1981 | 78 | 76.9% | 14,906 | 32,247 | 39,490 |
How Long Does a Honda Cg Last?
Based on 178 Honda Cg vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Cg Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cg MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cg
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.9% MOT pass rate from 76 tests
69.2% MOT pass rate from 52 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Cg is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.9% across 76 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Cg Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Cg THIS CAR | 77.0% | 1,330 | 19,663 mi | 45 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Suzuki Gsxr 600 V | 77.9% | 1,047 | 21,922 mi | 29 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cg sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda CgShould you buy a used Honda Cg?
The Honda Cg has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.0% across 1,330 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda Cg are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (28 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (22), and headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (17). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Honda Cg owner drives around 695 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda Cg models stay on UK roads for around 45 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.