CarVerify

Free Car Check

LC08 HFJ

2008 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

11,588 mi
Last recorded11,588 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CG12513,837 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 HFJ
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 11,588 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2025 11,538 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2025 11,538 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation loose wire (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 11,357 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2023 11,268 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 11,268 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 11,039 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 9,542 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 8,770 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 7,599 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 7,594 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 6,408 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 5,623 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 1 Apr 2016 5,623 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 4,921 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear chain dry

Fail 15 Jul 2013 3,570 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 3,570 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 1,939 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 605 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 605 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LC08 HFJ is a 2008 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LC08 HFJ?

You can check the full history of LC08 HFJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LC08 HFJ registered?

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

Is LC08 HFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 HFJ shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LC08 HFJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LC08 HFJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.