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R215 FPV

1998 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Honda CG12519,636 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR215 FPV
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020

Front Tyre sidewall cracked and perrished

Fail 13 Nov 2020

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Swing arm nut missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Brake pedal so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied Brake pedal pivot has split pin missing (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre sidewall cracked and perrished

Pass 3 Jun 2017 42,097 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 38,259 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 38,259 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 3,215 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 29,933 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 29,812 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 26,210 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 26,210 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 25,615 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2008 25,615 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 22,916 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

battery low causing intermitting lights and horn

Fail 20 Jul 2006 21,280 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 21,280 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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R215 FPV is a 1998 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 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 R215 FPV, 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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What year was R215 FPV registered?

R215 FPV is a 1998 Honda CG125, first registered on 6 July 1998.

Is R215 FPV safe to buy?

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