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E197 AAL

1987 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,198 mi
Last recorded36,198 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2010
Typical for 1987 Honda CG12524,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE197 AAL
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2010 36,198 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 36,198 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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E197 AAL is a 1987 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 E197 AAL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E197 AAL?

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What year was E197 AAL registered?

E197 AAL is a 1987 Honda CG125, first registered on 6 August 1987.

Is E197 AAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E197 AAL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E197 AAL have outstanding finance?

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