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N318 HBK

1996 Honda Cg

Grey Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

32,132 mi
Last recorded32,132 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Cg16,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN318 HBK
MakeHonda
ModelCg
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 32,132 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 31,156 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2018 31,149 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 29,897 miles

seat in poor condition.

Fail 22 Nov 2017 29,897 miles

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

seat in poor condition.

Pass 29 Nov 2016 28,836 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 28,784 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 28,784 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Decelerometer brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.E1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 28,515 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 28,515 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 24,845 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 24,266 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 22,115 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cg?

Based on 1,330 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 14
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N318 HBK is a 1996 Honda Cg in Grey with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cg models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 16,004 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 Cg fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N318 HBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cg typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N318 HBK registered?

N318 HBK is a 1996 Honda Cg, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N318 HBK safe to buy?

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