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EO51 VLV

2001 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

908 mi
Last recorded908 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CG12517,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO51 VLV
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 908 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

number plate rubbing onto rear tyre

Fail 24 Jun 2026 905 miles

Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned below statutory 240mm spacing (150mm) (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding remains on when released (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

number plate rubbing onto rear tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2025 38,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2015 30,232 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 28,857 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

chain guard missing

stand not returning

Fail 23 Dec 2014 28,857 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

chain guard missing

stand not returning

Pass 4 Dec 2013 22,511 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear brake pedal pivot requires lubrication.

Fail 26 Nov 2013 22,442 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear brake pedal pivot requires lubrication.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 19,717 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 19,716 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 14,412 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 12,802 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 11,777 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 11,777 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 10,119 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 9,017 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 7,535 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
Full Honda CG125 reliability report

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EO51 VLV is a 2001 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2001 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 17,260 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 EO51 VLV, 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 25 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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EO51 VLV is a 2001 Honda CG125, first registered on 8 October 2001.

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