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DX54 GKN

2004 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,820 mi
Last recorded30,820 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CG12515,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 GKN
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 30,820 miles

Central Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened SWINGARM SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 24 Oct 2025 30,820 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Central Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened SWINGARM SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 29,416 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 29,416 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 28,414 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 28,390 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect no beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))

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))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 27,701 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 26,801 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 25,656 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 24,416 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 23,471 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 22,070 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 19,783 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 18,729 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 17,400 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 16,018 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 14,951 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 13,769 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 12,672 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 5 Oct 2009 12,670 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 11,237 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 8,546 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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DX54 GKN is a 2004 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 15,894 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 DX54 GKN, 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 22 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DX54 GKN is a 2004 Honda CG125, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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