Honda Cg125c MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 78 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 28.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Cg125c MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Cg125c is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 78 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.8% and a failure rate of 28.2%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Cg125c earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Honda Cg125c presents for MOT with approximately 25,202 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cg125c is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 15.4% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle steering and suspension at 12.8%. Motorcycle drive system rounds out the top three at 9.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 30.8% | 24 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 19.2% | 15 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 10.3% | 8 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Drive System | 9.0% | 7 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Brakes | 6.4% | 5 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 5.1% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 2.6% | 2 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.6% | 2 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering | 2.6% | 2 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.3% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.3% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Wheels | 1.3% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 25,202 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 12.21 | 30.8% | 24 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 7.63 | 19.2% | 15 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 4.07 | 10.3% | 8 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 3.56 | 9.0% | 7 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.54 | 6.4% | 5 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 2.03 | 5.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 1.02 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.02 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.02 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.51 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.51 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.51 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.51 | 1.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Cg125c has 25,202 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Honda Cg125c has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 11.19% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Cg125c MOT Data
The Honda Cg125c is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 78 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.8% and a failure rate of 28.2%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Cg125c owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle steering and suspension for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Cg125c is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 15.4% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 15.4% of MOT failures on the Honda Cg125c. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 12.8% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 12.8% of MOT failures on the Honda Cg125c. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle drive system — 9.0% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 9.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Cg125c. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Cg125c?
Based on 78 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cg125c has an overall pass rate of 71.8% (28.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cg125c?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Cg125c fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (15.4%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (12.8%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (9.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Cg125c reliable?
With a 28.2% MOT failure rate, the Cg125c is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cg125c?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (15.4%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (12.8%); Motorcycle drive system (9.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.