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BG08 VPJ

2008 Honda CG125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

32,485 mi
Last recorded32,485 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Honda CG12513,837 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 VPJ
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 32,485 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 32,485 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted Wrong way round (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rear tyre fitted on front (5.2.3 (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside riders footrest bent back at 45 degrees - dangerous

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 26,419 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 25,714 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 25,714 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 25,609 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2019 25,609 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 25,403 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 25,044 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 24,180 miles

No plate light not working

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. Handlebars slightly to right - when wheels straight (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 21,775 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 17,305 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 17,305 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 3 Sep 2013 10,336 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 10,336 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 6,286 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 4,057 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CG125?

Based on 114,867 MOT tests across 14,014 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
992
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
14,014
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,338
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,942
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,532
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,067
Drive chain excessively loose 1,004
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BG08 VPJ is a 2008 Honda CG125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2008 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 13,837 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CG125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,338 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG08 VPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CG125 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CG125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BG08 VPJ registered?

BG08 VPJ is a 2008 Honda CG125, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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