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PLW 587W

1980 Honda CG125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,421 mi
Last recorded52,421 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2015
Typical for 1980 Honda CG12524,930 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLW 587W
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2015 52,421 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2015 52,403 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)

Offside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 51,506 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 51,506 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 49,707 miles

Number plate digits faded/worn.

Pass 28 May 2010 45,793 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 42,334 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 37,858 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 33,121 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 27,871 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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PLW 587W is a 1980 Honda CG125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,930 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 PLW 587W, 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 46 years old, this Honda CG125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PLW 587W registered?

PLW 587W is a 1980 Honda CG125, first registered on 22 October 1980.

Is PLW 587W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLW 587W shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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