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LRL 649X

1981 Honda Cg

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

8,446 mi
Last recorded8,446 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1981 Honda Cg32,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRL 649X
MakeHonda
ModelCg
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 8,446 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 8,442 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 8,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 7,909 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 7,684 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 7,664 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2022 7,642 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied brake lever hits offside mirror (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre is unsuitable not fitted to side wall instructions (5.2.3 (a))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2021 7,616 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 7,580 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 7,580 miles

Fuel cap ineffective fuel cap seal heavily perished (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced position lamp brighter than brake light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light yellow (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2007 22,941 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cg?

Based on 1,330 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 14
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LRL 649X is a 1981 Honda Cg in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Honda Cg models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 32,247 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 Cg fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LRL 649X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cg typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Honda Cg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LRL 649X registered?

LRL 649X is a 1981 Honda Cg, first registered on 31 August 1981.

Is LRL 649X safe to buy?

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