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R188 WAM

1998 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

27,862 mi
Last recorded27,862 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda CG12519,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR188 WAM
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2020 27,862 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 26,646 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 26,646 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Rear torque arm (6.2.1h)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 26,634 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play Rear swinging arm bushes worn (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel Front brake requires adjustment (3.1.3b)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 25,975 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 25,880 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 25,849 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 25,229 miles

headlight damaged

slight oil leak from engine

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 22,986 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Oct 2013 22,986 miles

Offside Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 May 2012 19,125 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 18,921 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 13,148 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 11,529 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 8,542 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 7,983 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 7,983 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 12 May 2007 7,628 miles

REAR TYRE NEARLY AT WEAR LIMIT.

Pass 17 May 2006 7,051 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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R188 WAM is a 1998 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 19,636 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 R188 WAM, 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 28 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R188 WAM is a 1998 Honda CG125, first registered on 12 May 1998.

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