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DN05 KNS

2005 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

25,157 mi
Last recorded25,157 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CG12515,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 KNS
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 25,157 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 24,777 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swing Arm Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 24,777 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swing Arm Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 24,083 miles

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 23,197 miles

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2022 23,197 miles

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 22,051 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 20,782 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 20,782 miles

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

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

Rocker Cover Gasket Leaking oil

Pass 11 Nov 2019 20,199 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 19,621 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2017 18,804 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 17,674 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 17,669 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 16,114 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 15,408 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 14,105 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 12,264 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 12,264 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 10,197 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 9,604 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 8,030 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 5,104 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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DN05 KNS is a 2005 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 15,490 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 DN05 KNS, 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 21 years old, this Honda CG125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DN05 KNS registered?

DN05 KNS is a 2005 Honda CG125, first registered on 3 June 2005.

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