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D870 YFW

1987 Honda CG125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,531 mi
Last recorded24,531 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda CG12524,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD870 YFW
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 24,531 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 24,479 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 24,309 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2022 24,309 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 24,117 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 25,411 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 23,240 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2009 23,178 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 17 Aug 2009 23,129 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 22,266 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 21,505 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 21,505 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 20,686 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 19,916 miles

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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D870 YFW is a 1987 Honda CG125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 24,136 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 D870 YFW, 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 39 years old, this Honda CG125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D870 YFW registered?

D870 YFW is a 1987 Honda CG125, first registered on 16 July 1987.

Is D870 YFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D870 YFW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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