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R283 CJW

1997 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,710 mi
Last recorded19,710 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda CG12522,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 CJW
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2021 19,710 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 42,206 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 41,222 miles

Rear very slight movment on swinging arm

Pass 29 Nov 2018 40,831 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 36,269 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 33,995 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 33,973 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 33,774 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 33,774 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 33,774 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 33,774 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 24 Oct 2013 33,774 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 26,371 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 17,355 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 17,355 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 12,900 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 19,079 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 16,622 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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R283 CJW is a 1997 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R283 CJW, 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 R283 CJW registered?

R283 CJW is a 1997 Honda CG125, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R283 CJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R283 CJW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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