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E355 EGS

1988 Honda CG125BR

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

2,714 mi
Last recorded2,714 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda CG125BR24,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE355 EGS
MakeHonda
ModelCG125BR
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2026 2,714 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Brake clevis joint insecure Rear brake torque arm insecure. No locking device fitted . (1.1.15 (c))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Less than 240mm apart and obscured by number plate. (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Number plate broken . (0.1 (d))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 1,822 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 1,745 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 1,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 46 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 2,390 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 1,706 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

headlamp been blanked off

no indicators fitted

rear position lamp masked

Fail 30 Sep 2016 1,706 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. cable broken (6.2.1g)

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. mounting insecured (6.2.1g)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

headlamp been blanked off

no indicators fitted

Fail 19 Aug 2016 1,662 miles

Direction indicators not working requires indicators to be fitted (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp inop when side light on (1.3.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Fail 4 Aug 2015 1 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 1 miles

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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E355 EGS is a 1988 Honda CG125BR in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1988 Honda CG125BR models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 24,440 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 E355 EGS, 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 38 years old, this Honda CG125BR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E355 EGS registered?

E355 EGS is a 1988 Honda CG125BR, first registered on 12 May 1988.

Is E355 EGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E355 EGS shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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