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FY54 LCJ

2004 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

25,532 mi
Last recorded25,532 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CG12515,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 LCJ
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 25,532 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 26 May 2026 25,520 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s front swing arm bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle operates when turned on right hand lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 24,082 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at header pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 21 May 2025 24,003 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at header pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 May 2024 22,768 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 May 2024 22,722 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 May 2023 22,253 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 22,246 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2020 22,210 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2020 22,210 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 18,654 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 18,654 miles

Nearside Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 10,501 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front tyre has eggshell cracking on sidewalls

number plate light not working

Pass 9 May 2013 10,447 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 10,131 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2012 9,040 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 7,719 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 3,715 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 3,217 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 1,512 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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FY54 LCJ is a 2004 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FY54 LCJ, 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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FY54 LCJ is a 2004 Honda CG125, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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