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V53 DRA

1999 Honda CG125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

26,706 mi
Last recorded26,706 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2014
Typical for 1999 Honda CG12517,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV53 DRA
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2014 26,706 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Fail 30 Aug 2014 26,454 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 18,469 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2013 18,154 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 14,863 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 14,863 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 14,284 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 13,404 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 8,901 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 8,832 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2006 8,798 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 8,798 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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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V53 DRA is a 1999 Honda CG125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1999 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 17,670 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 V53 DRA, 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 27 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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V53 DRA is a 1999 Honda CG125, first registered on 16 December 1999.

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