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E261 MFH

1988 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 Honda CG12525,579 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE261 MFH
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026
Pass 2 Jun 2025
Pass 9 Dec 2021
Pass 8 Mar 2014 30,200 miles

Fuel cap seal is cracking

Pass 17 May 2008 29,916 miles

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

rear tyre has small cracks around side wall

Pass 15 May 2007 29,569 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 28,269 miles

swing arm rusted

Pass 11 May 2005 26,570 miles
Fail 7 May 2005 26,570 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

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
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E261 MFH is a 1988 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 25,579 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 E261 MFH, 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 38 years old, this Honda CG125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E261 MFH registered?

E261 MFH is a 1988 Honda CG125, first registered on 19 May 1988.

Is E261 MFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E261 MFH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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