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R129 TBL

1997 Honda CG125

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

20,909 mi
Last recorded20,909 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda CG12522,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 TBL
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2022 20,909 miles

Chain guard slightly loose missing (6.1.7 (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

engine misfire

Pass 2 May 2019 20,539 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2015 20,533 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Offside Front indicator slightly loose

Offside foot peg bent

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 29 Oct 2015 20,533 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Offside Front indicator slightly loose

Offside foot peg bent

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 17,725 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 17,725 miles

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 13,017 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 5,714 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2011 5,252 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 5,252 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 4,985 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 4,974 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 4,960 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 4,960 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2006 4,938 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 4,938 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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
Full Honda CG125 reliability report

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R129 TBL is a 1997 Honda CG125 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R129 TBL, 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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R129 TBL is a 1997 Honda CG125, first registered on 23 December 1997.

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