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PBX 780Y

1983 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

25 mi
Last recorded25 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda CG12525,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBX 780Y
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 25 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Oct 2023 25 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 15 Jun 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Jun 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 36,198 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 35,647 miles

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

Fork yoke deformed front end twisted (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play swing arm pivot (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 34,744 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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PBX 780Y is a 1983 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1983 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 25,148 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 PBX 780Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda CG125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PBX 780Y registered?

PBX 780Y is a 1983 Honda CG125, first registered on 20 July 1983.

Is PBX 780Y safe to buy?

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