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R981 FYS

1997 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,634 mi
Last recorded24,634 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CG12522,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR981 FYS
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 24,634 miles

front brake cable fixing point on front hub worn

Pass 17 Jan 2024 23,088 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 23,090 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 23,088 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 20,750 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 20,309 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 20,309 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect fluid leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 19,012 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 18,913 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 18,162 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 18,162 miles

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 May 2006 17,130 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 17,130 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

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
Full Honda CG125 reliability report

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R981 FYS is a 1997 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R981 FYS, 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 R981 FYS registered?

R981 FYS is a 1997 Honda CG125, first registered on 17 December 1997.

Is R981 FYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R981 FYS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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