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E106 VGJ

1987 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,783 mi
Last recorded53,783 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda CG12524,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE106 VGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 53,783 miles

front tyre cracked

Fail 23 Sep 2025 53,783 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

front tyre cracked

Pass 18 Sep 2024 53,503 miles

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

front tyre walls cracked(2003)

Pass 30 Sep 2023 53,047 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 52,971 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 52,587 miles

front tyre wall cracked

reduced damping in rear shock

Pass 26 Sep 2020 52,375 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2020 52,375 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 52,142 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 51,621 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 51,209 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 50,034 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 49,505 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 48,738 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 48,232 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2012 48,232 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

top box insecure

Pass 17 Aug 2011 47,792 miles

Front and rear tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Rear brake pedal has slightly excessive travel

Pass 26 Aug 2010 47,723 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 47,245 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 45,961 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 45,746 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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E106 VGJ is a 1987 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1987 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 24,136 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 E106 VGJ, 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 39 years old, this Honda CG125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E106 VGJ registered?

E106 VGJ is a 1987 Honda CG125, first registered on 4 August 1987.

Is E106 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E106 VGJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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