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E491 KPB

1988 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,990 mi
Last recorded31,990 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 1988 Honda CG12525,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE491 KPB
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 31,990 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 31,281 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 31,281 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 16 May 2014 27,322 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 26,973 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 26,650 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 26,604 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Fail 26 Oct 2006 26,173 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 26,173 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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E491 KPB is a 1988 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E491 KPB, 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 E491 KPB registered?

E491 KPB is a 1988 Honda CG125, first registered on 23 June 1988.

Is E491 KPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E491 KPB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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