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E497 BTY

1987 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

1,210 mi
Last recorded1,210 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda CG12524,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE497 BTY
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 1,210 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 1,209 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 1,198 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 1,198 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 1,187 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 1,160 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2009 1,155 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

slight leak from near side front fork seal.

Pass 5 Aug 2009 1,155 miles

slight leak from near side front fork seal.

Fail 25 Jul 2008 1,147 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 1,147 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 1,140 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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E497 BTY is a 1987 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 E497 BTY, 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 E497 BTY?

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What year was E497 BTY registered?

E497 BTY is a 1987 Honda CG125, first registered on 4 September 1987.

Is E497 BTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E497 BTY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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