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HF05 GKL

2005 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

62,899 mi
Last recorded62,899 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CG12515,490 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 GKL
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 62,899 miles

Cannot see brake fluid in reservoir, will check after test

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 62,899 miles

Cannot see brake fluid in reservoir, will check after test

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 25 May 2023 21,694 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

near side mirror loose

Fail 25 May 2023 21,663 miles

Footrest insecure two bolts missing bracket to engine (6.2.12 (a))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure side stand loose and likely to cause handling error (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation control (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

near side mirror loose

Pass 16 May 2022 18,091 miles

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

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 13 May 2022 18,080 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 17,106 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 15,119 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 13,589 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 13,589 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 10,192 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 10,126 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 10,057 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 10,057 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2013 9,615 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 9,615 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 May 2012 9,279 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 9,146 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 9,146 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain dry and slack.

Pass 8 May 2010 5,743 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 5,482 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 5,179 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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HF05 GKL is a 2005 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 HF05 GKL, 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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HF05 GKL is a 2005 Honda CG125, first registered on 14 March 2005.

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