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BV51 CAE

2001 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

27,607 mi
Last recorded27,607 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Honda CG12517,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 CAE
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 27,607 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2020 27,607 miles

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

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 25,144 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 25,062 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 25,062 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 23,352 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 23,352 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly out of adjustment (3.1.3d)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play rear swing arm-- poss nut loose (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2015 18,263 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Sep 2015 18,263 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 14,175 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 14,175 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

h/bars twisted

Pass 9 Aug 2013 12,493 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 12,493 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 9,687 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 9,181 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 8,056 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 7,650 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 5,344 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 5,246 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 4,902 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
Full Honda CG125 reliability report

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BV51 CAE is a 2001 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 17,260 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 BV51 CAE, 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 25 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BV51 CAE is a 2001 Honda CG125, first registered on 7 December 2001.

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