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N265 DET

1996 Honda CG125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

12,274 mi
Last recorded12,274 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CG12523,453 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN265 DET
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 12,274 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 12,270 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted rear torque arm ,rear nut loose (1.1.21 (c))

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle sticks and not secure to handle bar (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Engine mounting/bracket bracket missing lower front mounting bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Engine mounting/bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 12,177 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jun 2024 12,170 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls stop lamp only operates from rear brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake component slightly loose torque arm (1.1.21 (c))

throttle cable frayed on return cable

Pass 3 Jun 2023 10,550 miles

ALL LIGHTS MASKED OFF AT TIME OF TEST

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

SMALL OIL LEAK ON ENGINE

Pass 4 Jun 2022 10,178 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 9,911 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 9,910 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Fuel pipe slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 12,015 miles

offside front fork stanchion slightly pitted

Pass 29 Nov 2013 8,936 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre sidewalls cracking and between tread

Fail 27 Nov 2013 8,936 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Chain guard missing

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre sidewalls cracking and between tread

Fail 7 May 2010 8,170 miles

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2008 7,918 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 7,670 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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N265 DET is a 1996 Honda CG125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 N265 DET, 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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N265 DET is a 1996 Honda CG125, first registered on 4 March 1996.

Is N265 DET safe to buy?

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