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E494 ARC

1988 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

15,077 mi
Last recorded15,077 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1988 Honda CG12525,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE494 ARC
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 15,077 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 15,077 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 2 Jun 2016 15,062 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 13,911 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 13,909 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 22,074 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 42,995 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2011 41,148 miles

All lights taped up/damaged

Front forks seem to have old oil residue on bottom half, but no leak apparent from fork seals

Pass 12 Jan 2011 39,760 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 35,209 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 32,595 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 29,789 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2006 27,216 miles

slight earth fault in brake lights

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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E494 ARC is a 1988 Honda CG125 in Black 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 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 E494 ARC, 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 E494 ARC registered?

E494 ARC is a 1988 Honda CG125, first registered on 14 January 1988.

Is E494 ARC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E494 ARC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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