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N284 DLG

1996 Honda CA125

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,959 mi
Last recorded11,959 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CA12516,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN284 DLG
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 11,959 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Oct 2025 11,959 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2025 11,931 miles

Brake component inadequately mounted Torque arm mounting bolts split pins missing (1.1.21 (c))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 10,708 miles

Nearside Rear indicator slightly damaged

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 9,455 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 8,795 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fail 20 May 2017 8,795 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 27 May 2016 3,864 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 3,860 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2006 3,794 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CA125?

Based on 5,603 MOT tests across 655 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
737
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
655
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 186
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Drive chain excessively loose 112
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 74
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N284 DLG is a 1996 Honda CA125 in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Honda CA125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 16,669 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 CA125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N284 DLG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CA125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CA125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N284 DLG registered?

N284 DLG is a 1996 Honda CA125, first registered on 19 April 1996.

Is N284 DLG safe to buy?

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