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FD04 DFL

2004 Honda CG125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

28,247 mi
Last recorded28,247 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CG12515,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD04 DFL
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 28,247 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 28,247 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 28,165 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim both front and rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 28,165 miles

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim both front and rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2023 28,164 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened swinging arm holed and corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim both wheels slightly buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 28,136 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 27,820 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 25,237 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 18,312 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 18,126 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2014 12,772 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 19 Apr 2014 12,763 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2010 11,561 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 11,561 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 11,530 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 9,271 miles

Clean/service front brake

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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FD04 DFL is a 2004 Honda CG125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 15,894 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 FD04 DFL, 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 22 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FD04 DFL is a 2004 Honda CG125, first registered on 22 July 2004.

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