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FV55 HSL

2005 Honda CG125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

6,133 mi
Last recorded6,133 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CG12515,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 HSL
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 6,133 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 6,133 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 6,130 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

no direction indicators fitted

registration plate slight damage but readable

Fail 15 Feb 2024 6,130 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

no direction indicators fitted

registration plate slight damage but readable

Pass 15 Feb 2023 1,969 miles

No direction indicators fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2022 93 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle only to be in daylight hours and not used in times of reduced visibility

Pass 17 Oct 2020 15,926 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2015 15,492 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 2 Jun 2015 15,486 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2014 12,298 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 12,286 miles

Front brake caliper sticking slightly

Pass 2 Oct 2012 12,071 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 12,071 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 11,816 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 11,492 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 11,492 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 2,266 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 2,255 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 2,255 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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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FV55 HSL is a 2005 Honda CG125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2005 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 15,490 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 FV55 HSL, 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 21 years old, this Honda CG125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FV55 HSL registered?

FV55 HSL is a 2005 Honda CG125, first registered on 22 December 2005.

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