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L221 XDG

1993 Honda CG125

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

10,158 mi
Last recorded10,158 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda CG12523,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL221 XDG
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1993
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 10,158 miles

Chain guard missing

no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 2 Jul 2026 9,932 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Chain guard missing

Fail 12 Jun 2026 9,594 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Chain guard missing

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre starting to perish

Lights etc taped over at time of test. "DAYTIME USE ONLY"

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 30 May 2025 6,431 miles

Chain guard missing

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Nov 2023 3,783 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 3,071 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rubber missing from near side riders peg

Fail 15 Nov 2022 3,071 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

rubber missing from near side riders peg

Pass 23 Oct 2021 2,525 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 2,008 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 856 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 856 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 142 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 1 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 23,012 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 23,008 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 22,780 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 22,780 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 22,093 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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L221 XDG is a 1993 Honda CG125 in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1993 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 23,220 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 L221 XDG, 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 33 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L221 XDG registered?

L221 XDG is a 1993 Honda CG125, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L221 XDG safe to buy?

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