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BV08 YPA

2008 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,079 mi
Last recorded20,079 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda CG12513,837 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 YPA
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 20,079 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 20,079 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

fuel cap can not be open key does not fit lock

Pass 8 Apr 2024 20,069 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 19,862 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 18,919 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 17,476 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 17,476 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 16,188 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 13,403 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 12,546 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 11,335 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 8,787 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 6,550 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 2,858 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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BV08 YPA is a 2008 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BV08 YPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV08 YPA registered?

BV08 YPA is a 2008 Honda CG125, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is BV08 YPA safe to buy?

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