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JCW 400W

1981 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,563 mi
Last recorded31,563 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 1981 Honda CG12520,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCW 400W
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2013 31,563 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 31,560 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 30,123 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2012 30,123 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 18 Nov 2011 30,116 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Chain guard missing

Front tyre cracked in the tread

Pass 11 Aug 2010 29,244 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 28,778 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 27,045 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2008 27,045 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 25,202 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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JCW 400W is a 1981 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 20,232 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 JCW 400W, 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 45 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 JCW 400W registered?

JCW 400W is a 1981 Honda CG125, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is JCW 400W safe to buy?

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