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GR04 UKN

2004 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

56,604 mi
Last recorded56,604 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CG12515,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR04 UKN
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 56,604 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 56,604 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 53,736 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil n/s front fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 53,736 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil n/s front fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 50,038 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 50,038 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 39,777 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 38,885 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 38,844 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking (1.1.12 (c))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2016 36,383 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 36,383 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 34,802 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 32,925 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 32,916 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2013 31,373 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 31,373 miles

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

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

rear number plate light does not illuminate when switched on

Pass 23 May 2012 29,206 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 26,984 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 24,643 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 22,007 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 18,922 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 14,804 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 14,739 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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GR04 UKN is a 2004 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 GR04 UKN, 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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GR04 UKN is a 2004 Honda CG125, first registered on 23 July 2004.

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