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N852 GPX

1996 Honda CG125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

13 mi
Last recorded13 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CG12523,453 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN852 GPX
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 13 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 4 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2016 26,795 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 26,789 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2012 26,274 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2012 26,274 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 23,440 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 23,440 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 7 Jul 2010 17,044 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 17,044 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 14,168 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 14,168 miles

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

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 13,672 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 13,167 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 12,745 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 12,745 miles

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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N852 GPX 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 68.8%.

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 N852 GPX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N852 GPX registered?

N852 GPX is a 1996 Honda CG125, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is N852 GPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N852 GPX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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