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Y848 RTU

2001 Honda CG125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

29,740 mi
Last recorded29,740 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CG12517,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY848 RTU
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 29,740 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 29,739 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 29,678 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2023 29,648 miles

Rear Brake linkage excessively worn (1.1.15 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 29,239 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 27,733 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 27,083 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 26,283 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 25,320 miles

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

left hand side panel loose

offside front indicator lens loose

Pass 28 Apr 2014 23,768 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

unable to check chain & sprocket due to enclosed cover.

Fail 28 Apr 2014 23,768 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

unable to check chain & sprocket due to enclosed cover.

Pass 5 Feb 2011 22,059 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 19,581 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 17,726 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 15,934 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 15,934 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 14,657 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 14,657 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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Y848 RTU is a 2001 Honda CG125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y848 RTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y848 RTU registered?

Y848 RTU is a 2001 Honda CG125, first registered on 29 August 2001.

Is Y848 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y848 RTU shows 18 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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