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G526 XLW

1989 Honda CG125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,701 mi
Last recorded19,701 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2010
Typical for 1989 Honda CG12524,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG526 XLW
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2010 19,701 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 2 Oct 2010 19,701 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 17,666 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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))

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

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2009 17,666 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 16,095 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

luggage rack insecure

Pass 24 Aug 2007 14,559 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 14,261 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 13,516 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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G526 XLW is a 1989 Honda CG125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 G526 XLW, 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.

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What year was G526 XLW registered?

G526 XLW is a 1989 Honda CG125, first registered on 25 August 1989.

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