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G157 LYC

1989 Honda CG125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

37,835 mi
Last recorded37,835 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda CG12524,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG157 LYC
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 37,835 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 36,634 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 36,575 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 36,575 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 33,049 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 32,558 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 32,279 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 31,828 miles

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

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

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 31,422 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 30,931 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 30,931 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 30,540 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 30,060 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 29,580 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Sep 2012 29,003 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 28,368 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 27,819 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 27,233 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 26,599 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 25,925 miles

o/s mirror cracked

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 25,272 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
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G157 LYC is a 1989 Honda CG125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1989 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 24,465 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G157 LYC, 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 37 years old, this Honda CG125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G157 LYC registered?

G157 LYC is a 1989 Honda CG125, first registered on 13 September 1989.

Is G157 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G157 LYC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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