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C254 NPU

1986 Honda CG125BR

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

3,877 mi
Last recorded3,877 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda CG125BR20,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC254 NPU
MakeHonda
ModelCG125BR
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 3,877 miles

Chain guard missing ()

No mud guards fitted

Fail 11 Aug 2025 3,848 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

No mud guards fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2024 2,594 miles

Chain guard missing ()

No mudguards fitted

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2024 2,594 miles

Chain guard missing ()

No mudguards fitted

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 1,200 miles

Chain guard missing ()

No mudguards fitted.

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 1,146 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear subframe (6.1.1 (d) (i))

No Mudguards fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2021 1,107 miles

No mudguards fitted

Rear subframe modified

Pass 26 May 2020 1,010 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 680 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 29 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 20 Apr 2018 29 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 10 Oct 2016 22,608 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2016 22,608 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 21,543 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

rear tyre cracking

Fail 27 May 2015 21,542 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

rear tyre is cracking

Fail 10 May 2014 19,088 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

rear tyre cracking

Pass 10 May 2014 19,088 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

rear tyre cracking

Pass 11 May 2013 15,860 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 14,463 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 14,462 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

How Reliable is the Honda CG125BR?

Based on 624 MOT tests across 162 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
359
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Horn not working 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Direction indicator not working 8
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C254 NPU is a 1986 Honda CG125BR in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1986 Honda CG125BR models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 20,761 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 CG125BR fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C254 NPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CG125BR typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Honda CG125BR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C254 NPU registered?

C254 NPU is a 1986 Honda CG125BR, first registered on 30 June 1986.

Is C254 NPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C254 NPU shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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