Honda Cg125 (1996)
1996 Honda Cg125
CarHunch analysed 712 real MOT records for the 1996 Honda Cg125. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1996 Honda CG125 has a first-time pass rate of 64.8%, well below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes need more attention to stay roadworthy. The good news is that only 13.9% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so serious safety issues are relatively uncommon—but the lower pass rate still reflects aging components and wear.
At an average mileage of 26,317 miles, these machines are fairly well-used for their age, yet still typically accumulate 4 advisories per test, indicating gradual deterioration of non-critical systems rather than sudden failures. If you're considering one, budget for preventive maintenance (especially brakes, lights, and exhaust) before the MOT to avoid costly last-minute repairs.
What to check before buying a 1996 Honda Cg125
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 1996 Honda Cg125 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1996 Honda Cg125 vehicles fall between 15,620 and 32,732 miles.
1996 Honda Cg125 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 49 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (29% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1996 Honda Cg125
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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35.2%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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25.8%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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17.8%
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm
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15.6%
Drive chain slightly loose
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13.8%
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive
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13.3%
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim.
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13.3%
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion
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12.4%
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1996. Counts include advisories and failures.
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