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Y657 XAE

2001 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,954 mi
Last recorded19,954 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CG12517,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY657 XAE
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 19,954 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2026 19,952 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pillion seat with a defective supporting structure (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 19,808 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 17,357 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 16,818 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 15,977 miles

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 13,625 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 23,509 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 23,430 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 22,075 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 15,631 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 15,631 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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Y657 XAE is a 2001 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 17,260 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 Y657 XAE, 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 25 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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Y657 XAE is a 2001 Honda CG125, first registered on 9 July 2001.

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