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P429 RAH

1997 Honda CG125

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

608 mi
Last recorded608 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CG12522,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP429 RAH
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 608 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 630 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 47,180 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 47,137 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 47,090 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2020 46,919 miles

Central Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 46,756 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))

Pass 16 Jul 2013 38,206 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 38,194 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

rear guard split no side covers fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2012 35,890 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 35,877 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 31,504 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Feb 2011 31,504 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Feb 2011 31,491 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Lower Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 28,201 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 28,201 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 5 Feb 2010 28,188 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 9 Dec 2009 28,175 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 23,995 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 20,120 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 15,605 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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P429 RAH is a 1997 Honda CG125 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P429 RAH, 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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P429 RAH is a 1997 Honda CG125, first registered on 17 February 1997.

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