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HW51 FRC

2001 Honda CG125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

29,156 mi
Last recorded29,156 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CG12517,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW51 FRC
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 29,156 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 28,606 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 28,606 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 28,605 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2015 27,510 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 27,510 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 May 2014 27,503 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 27,255 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 13 Apr 2013 27,255 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 24,735 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 24,735 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 23,553 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 23,596 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010
Fail 11 Feb 2010 18,692 miles

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

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 16,292 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 15,834 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 15,832 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Drive belt guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 15,832 miles

Rear Drive belt guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

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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HW51 FRC is a 2001 Honda CG125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2001 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 17,260 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 HW51 FRC, 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 25 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HW51 FRC registered?

HW51 FRC is a 2001 Honda CG125, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is HW51 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW51 FRC shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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