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GN53 YLT

2003 Honda CG125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Honda CG12518,221 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 YLT
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2024

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Foot rest bent

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre cracking on side wall and in treads (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2024

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Foot rest bent

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre cracking on side wall and in treads (5.2.3 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 8,013 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 15 May 2023 8,013 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 36,609 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 31,018 miles

no front side light

tape applied to headlamp

Fail 10 Feb 2017 30,881 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

no front side light

tape applied to headlamp

Pass 26 Aug 2015 30,515 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Front tyre valve cap missing

Rear Lower swinging arm bolt loose

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Rear tyre valve cap missing

Pass 31 May 2014 29,883 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 21 Apr 2011 29,376 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2010 24,825 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 11 Mar 2010 24,825 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 21,460 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 21,005 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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GN53 YLT is a 2003 Honda CG125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 18,221 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 GN53 YLT, 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 23 years old, this Honda CG125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GN53 YLT is a 2003 Honda CG125, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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