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B489 CGL

1985 Honda Cb 125T

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178 mi
Last recorded178 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1985 Honda Cb 125T24,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB489 CGL
MakeHonda
ModelCb 125T
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 178 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front suspension has little damping effect

Pass 13 Jun 2015 25,199 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 25,190 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2014 24,401 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 4 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 34,403 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 31,707 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Aug 2008 31,707 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Aug 2008 31,707 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Aug 2008 31,707 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Aug 2007 30,963 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 30,020 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 125T?

Based on 5,203 MOT tests across 1,151 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
428
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
1,151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 138
Footrest missing 93
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 86
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 76
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 74
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B489 CGL is a 1985 Honda Cb 125T in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Honda Cb 125T models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 24,668 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 125T fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 138 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B489 CGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 125T typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Cb 125T is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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B489 CGL is a 1985 Honda Cb 125T, first registered on 11 April 1985.

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