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DER 779V

1980 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,565 mi
Last recorded52,565 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 Honda CG12524,930 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDER 779V
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 52,565 miles

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Front mudguard cracked.

Headlamp shell damaged.

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Seat cover damaged.

Pass 1 Sep 2018 52,305 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 52,077 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. front and rear (4.2.2)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. all round (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 51,873 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. silencer (7.1.1.c)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2015 51,370 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 15 Jun 2013 51,090 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Slight cracking front tyre sidewall.

Pass 15 Jun 2013 51,090 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Slight cracking front tyre sidewall.

Pass 1 Oct 2011 50,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Oct 2011 50,781 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 49,347 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 47,735 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 47,735 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2006 47,418 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 47,418 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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DER 779V is a 1980 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,930 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 DER 779V, 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 46 years old, this Honda CG125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DER 779V registered?

DER 779V is a 1980 Honda CG125, first registered on 12 May 1980.

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