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R256 MKN

1997 Honda CG125

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

42,417 mi
Last recorded42,417 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda CG12522,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 MKN
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 42,417 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2017 40,915 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 39,619 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

kick star lever loose

Pass 19 Sep 2012 37,826 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 37,826 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 34,433 miles

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

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated.

Fail 19 Sep 2011 34,433 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated.

Fail 22 Feb 2011 34,425 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 33,901 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 33,843 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2009 32,322 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 32,322 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 28,734 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 24,815 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 24,815 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2005 24,751 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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R256 MKN is a 1997 Honda CG125 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R256 MKN, 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.

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What year was R256 MKN registered?

R256 MKN is a 1997 Honda CG125, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R256 MKN safe to buy?

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