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R178 MGK

1997 Honda CA125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,150 mi
Last recorded25,150 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Honda CA12514,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR178 MGK
MakeHonda
ModelCA125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2008 25,150 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 25,150 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 23,053 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 23,053 miles

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

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

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 19,378 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 19,378 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda CA125?

Based on 5,603 MOT tests across 655 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
737
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
655
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 186
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 118
Drive chain excessively loose 112
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 74
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R178 MGK is a 1997 Honda CA125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Honda CA125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 14,505 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 CA125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R178 MGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CA125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CA125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R178 MGK registered?

R178 MGK is a 1997 Honda CA125, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R178 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R178 MGK shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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