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R197 AOJ

1997 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,716 mi
Last recorded29,716 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda CG12522,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR197 AOJ
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2011 29,716 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2010 26,908 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2008 26,862 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 26,862 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2007 26,108 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 26,108 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 24,013 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2006 24,013 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Oct 2005 23,569 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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R197 AOJ is a 1997 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R197 AOJ, 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 R197 AOJ registered?

R197 AOJ is a 1997 Honda CG125, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R197 AOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R197 AOJ shows 9 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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