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P286 HRC

1997 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CG12522,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP286 HRC
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 2 miles

Nearside fairing missing

Offside fairing missing

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Rear mudguard missing

Fail 28 Feb 2017 2 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables turning handle bars left to right engine revs up (2.1.2c)

Nearside fairing missing

Offside fairing missing

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Rear mudguard missing

Fail 15 Jun 2016 22,502 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside fairings missing

Offside fairings missing

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey box (7.1.1b)

chain guard missing

Pass 20 May 2015 21,039 miles

Chain and Sprockets worn

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

No lights fitted at time of test . Vehicle should not be used outside daylight hours or at times of reduced visibility.

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

Fail 5 May 2015 20,964 miles

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

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

No lights fitted at time of test

bike should not be ridden at times of reduced visibility or outside daylight hours .

Fail 6 May 2014 12,358 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 May 2014 12,358 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 11,745 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 10,662 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2012 10,662 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 9,207 miles

speedometer not illuminated.

Pass 27 Apr 2010 7,748 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2007 7,729 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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P286 HRC is a 1997 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 22,464 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 P286 HRC, 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 29 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P286 HRC registered?

P286 HRC is a 1997 Honda CG125, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P286 HRC safe to buy?

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