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R153 MGJ

1997 Honda CM125C

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,125 mi
Last recorded20,125 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR153 MGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCM125C
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 20,125 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 16,730 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 16,730 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 15,244 miles

Nearside Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Sep 2020 15,244 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play bearing loose (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake brake lever pin dry (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 12,226 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 9,685 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 7,325 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 4,942 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 4,928 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 4,337 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 4,208 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 4,119 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 4,117 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CM125C?

Based on 3,993 MOT tests across 787 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
787
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 92
Footrest missing 62
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
Drive chain excessively loose 45
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R153 MGJ is a 1997 Honda CM125C in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Honda CM125C fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R153 MGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CM125C typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CM125C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R153 MGJ registered?

R153 MGJ is a 1997 Honda CM125C, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R153 MGJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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