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R187 EHO

1997 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,395 mi
Last recorded28,395 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CG12522,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR187 EHO
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 28,395 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 23,420 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 20,584 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 20,584 miles

Rear Brake component insecure split pin missing (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 19,726 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 18,802 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 14,349 miles

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

Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength advise replacement (4.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 13,650 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 13,540 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 10,211 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 10,211 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2012 9,488 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2012 9,488 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 4,974 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 4,974 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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R187 EHO is a 1997 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R187 EHO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R187 EHO registered?

R187 EHO is a 1997 Honda CG125, first registered on 18 October 1997.

Is R187 EHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R187 EHO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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