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E498 MLJ

1987 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,382 mi
Last recorded18,382 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2012
Typical for 1987 Honda CG12524,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE498 MLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2012 18,382 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 18,382 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2011 15,219 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 14,613 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 11,709 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 11,708 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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E498 MLJ is a 1987 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E498 MLJ, 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.

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What year was E498 MLJ registered?

E498 MLJ is a 1987 Honda CG125, first registered on 25 September 1987.

Is E498 MLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E498 MLJ shows 6 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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