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L742 BCU

1994 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,675 mi
Last recorded32,675 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2014
Typical for 1994 Honda CG12523,466 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL742 BCU
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2014 32,675 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 23 Feb 2013 29,727 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 29,727 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 26,984 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 25,105 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 24,783 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 24,682 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 24,299 miles

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

battery needed for test

Pass 25 Jan 2008 24,299 miles

battery needed for test

Fail 12 Jan 2007 24,055 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2007 24,055 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 23,237 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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L742 BCU is a 1994 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 23,466 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 L742 BCU, 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 32 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 L742 BCU registered?

L742 BCU is a 1994 Honda CG125, first registered on 24 March 1994.

Is L742 BCU safe to buy?

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