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MGC 996Y

1983 Honda CM125C

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,643 mi
Last recorded17,643 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 1983 Honda CM125C27,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGC 996Y
MakeHonda
ModelCM125C
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 17,643 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 15,515 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2022 15,515 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2021 12,242 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 9,953 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CM125C?

Based on 3,993 MOT tests across 787 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
787
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 92
Footrest missing 62
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
Drive chain excessively loose 45
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MGC 996Y is a 1983 Honda CM125C in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Honda CM125C models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 27,326 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CM125C fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGC 996Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CM125C typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CM125C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MGC 996Y?

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What year was MGC 996Y registered?

MGC 996Y is a 1983 Honda CM125C, first registered on 30 March 1983.

Is MGC 996Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGC 996Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MGC 996Y have outstanding finance?

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