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E246 BGK

1988 Honda CG125BR-J

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

59 mi
Last recorded59 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 1988 Honda CG125BR-J28,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE246 BGK
MakeHonda
ModelCG125BR-J
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 59 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively front brake not returning after releasing (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 May 2020 25 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Lower Handlebar retaining device missing lower retaining clamp missing (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre fouling another component fowling on rear mudgaurd (5.2.3 (f))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play excessive free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively front brake not returning after releasing (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2014 30,435 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 30,362 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 30,137 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 30,137 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 29,862 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 29,480 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 29,480 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 28,926 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 29 Aug 2008 28,700 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 28,081 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 27,584 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CG125BR-J?

Based on 1,354 MOT tests across 338 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
647
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
338
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Horn not working 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 17
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E246 BGK is a 1988 Honda CG125BR-J in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1988 Honda CG125BR-J models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 28,563 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 CG125BR-J fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E246 BGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CG125BR-J typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Honda CG125BR-J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E246 BGK registered?

E246 BGK is a 1988 Honda CG125BR-J, first registered on 19 June 1988.

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