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TCU 898S

1978 Honda CG125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

12,760 mi
Last recorded12,760 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2013
Typical for 1978 Honda CG12520,005 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCU 898S
MakeHonda
ModelCG125
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2013 12,760 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 12,583 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 12,583 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 12,367 miles

rear swinging arm corroded

Fail 30 Aug 2011 12,367 miles

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

rear swinging arm corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2010 12,183 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 12,183 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 11,775 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 11,775 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 11,477 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 11,477 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 11,137 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 11,137 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 10,834 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 10,834 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 10,439 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
Full Honda CG125 reliability report

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TCU 898S is a 1978 Honda CG125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 1978 Honda CG125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 20,005 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 TCU 898S, 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 48 years old, this Honda CG125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TCU 898S registered?

TCU 898S is a 1978 Honda CG125, first registered on 6 June 1978.

Is TCU 898S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCU 898S shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TCU 898S have outstanding finance?

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