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R403 FAP

1997 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

25,815 mi
Last recorded25,815 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda CG12522,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR403 FAP
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2014 25,815 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Sep 2014 25,639 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Sep 2013 21,127 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 21,127 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 20,292 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 18,748 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 18,740 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

main stand bent

Fail 22 May 2009 18,740 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

main stand bent

Pass 3 Aug 2007 17,939 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 16,190 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 16,190 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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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R403 FAP is a 1997 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R403 FAP, 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 R403 FAP registered?

R403 FAP is a 1997 Honda CG125, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R403 FAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R403 FAP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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