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LC08 HFA

2008 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

25,817 mi
Last recorded25,817 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CG12513,837 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 HFA
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 25,817 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 25,806 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced Centre Stand (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2024 22,622 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 21,776 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 21,758 miles

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Incorrect direction of rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Excessive play in swingarm pivot (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 8,055 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 15,773 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 8,222 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 7,721 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 7,721 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 7,499 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 7,491 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 5,536 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 Oct 2012 5,536 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 1,197 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 1,195 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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LC08 HFA is a 2008 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 13,837 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 LC08 HFA, 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 18 years old, this Honda CG125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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LC08 HFA is a 2008 Honda CG125, first registered on 15 April 2008.

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