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DE51 BKG

2001 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

35,240 mi
Last recorded35,240 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CG12517,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE51 BKG
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 35,240 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 34,017 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2024 34,017 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 31,504 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2021 29,357 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 26,864 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 24,820 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn close to limit on outer edges with light cracking to tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre worn close to limit in centre section (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 23,184 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 23,184 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 1 Dec 2014 21,755 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 21,755 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 21,401 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 20,203 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 20,192 miles

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

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 19,285 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 17,926 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 16,514 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 14,720 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 13,206 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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DE51 BKG is a 2001 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 DE51 BKG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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DE51 BKG is a 2001 Honda CG125, first registered on 23 November 2001.

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