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N170 NHG

1996 Honda CG125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

59,945 mi
Last recorded59,945 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda CG12523,453 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN170 NHG
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 59,945 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 59,945 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Fail 13 Apr 2016 59,889 miles

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working missing (1.5.1c)

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

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

n/s front indicator insecure

n/s rear indicator lens broken

Pass 21 Apr 2015 57,611 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2015 57,611 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 45,414 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 32,221 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 32,093 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2012 22,832 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 19,051 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 19,004 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 15,718 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 11,988 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 11,983 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 11,983 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 11,983 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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N170 NHG is a 1996 Honda CG125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 23,453 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 N170 NHG, 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 30 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N170 NHG registered?

N170 NHG is a 1996 Honda CG125, first registered on 17 January 1996.

Is N170 NHG safe to buy?

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