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R138 CNO

1997 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda CG12522,464 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 CNO
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2022

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front brake slightly stiff in operation

lights slightly dull

Pass 19 Aug 2017 36,934 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 36,934 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 35,520 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 34,381 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 34,381 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 32,031 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 32,029 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 26,729 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 24,212 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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R138 CNO is a 1997 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R138 CNO, 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 R138 CNO registered?

R138 CNO is a 1997 Honda CG125, first registered on 4 December 1997.

Is R138 CNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R138 CNO shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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