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DX54 UBV

2005 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

28,913 mi
Last recorded28,913 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CG12515,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 UBV
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 28,913 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 24 Feb 2026 28,913 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 28,913 miles

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swingarm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 20 Mar 2025 28,913 miles

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swingarm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 28,563 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 27,989 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 26,506 miles

registration plate lamp not working

Fail 25 Jul 2017 26,502 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

registration plate lamp not working

Pass 2 Aug 2016 24,670 miles

registration plate lamp not working

Pass 8 May 2015 22,384 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 22,031 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 21,844 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 29 Apr 2013 21,844 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 18,960 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 18,960 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 14 Jan 2010 15,923 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 15,923 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 12,384 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 10,128 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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DX54 UBV is a 2005 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 DX54 UBV, 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 DX54 UBV registered?

DX54 UBV is a 2005 Honda CG125, first registered on 13 January 2005.

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