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R425 CDU

1997 Honda CG125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

1,302 mi
Last recorded1,302 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CG12522,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR425 CDU
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2024 1,302 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

chainguard missing

Fail 10 Apr 2024 1,302 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

chainguard missing

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 1,164 miles

Lights taped over bike tested for daytime use only

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 1,047 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 642 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Mudguard has been removed!

Front Tyre perishing all over!

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

Rear Chain guard has been removed!

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 7 Mar 2018 642 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Mudguard has been removed!

Front Tyre perishing all over!

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

Rear Chain guard has been removed!

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Chain horse shoe clip fitted in the wrong direction! (6.2.1h)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 28,184 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 24,445 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 20,454 miles

Front brake cable adjuster nut not fully on thread

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Nearside handlebar grip slightly loose

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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R425 CDU is a 1997 Honda CG125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R425 CDU, 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 R425 CDU registered?

R425 CDU is a 1997 Honda CG125, first registered on 6 December 1997.

Is R425 CDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R425 CDU shows 9 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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