Honda MTX125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda MTX125 car check
Is the Honda MTX125 reliable? We analysed 4,027 real MOT tests across 789 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda MTX125 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and headlamp aim too high. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda MTX125.
Honda MTX125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda MTX125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda MTX125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda MTX125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda MTX125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda MTX125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda MTX125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda MTX125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda MTX125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda MTX125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 210 | 77.6% | 13,491 | 19,400 | 28,942 |
| 1993 | 319 | 74.9% | 9,917 | 15,899 | 24,375 |
| 1992 | 613 | 74.1% | 12,011 | 19,117 | 24,369 |
| 1991 | 376 | 76.1% | 8,230 | 17,863 | 24,808 |
| 1990 | 250 | 74.0% | 11,007 | 21,016 | 25,993 |
| 1989 | 365 | 76.7% | 15,408 | 19,814 | 25,871 |
| 1988 | 399 | 71.4% | 10,963 | 18,259 | 27,572 |
| 1987 | 257 | 73.2% | 15,466 | 24,397 | 31,568 |
| 1986 | 282 | 75.2% | 13,448 | 20,089 | 27,709 |
| 1985 | 302 | 75.8% | 10,410 | 18,730 | 24,424 |
| 1984 | 230 | 75.7% | 15,044 | 21,830 | 30,347 |
| 1983 | 203 | 73.4% | 11,626 | 17,002 | 28,572 |
How Long Does a Honda MTX125 Last?
Based on 789 Honda MTX125 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda MTX125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda MTX125 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda MTX125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.6% MOT pass rate from 210 tests
71.4% MOT pass rate from 399 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda MTX125 is 1994, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.6% across 210 tests. The 1988 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda MTX125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda MTX125 THIS CAR | 74.7% | 4,027 | 19,252 mi | 43 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Kawasaki Kle 500 B6F | 84.9% | 1,382 | 14,007 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda MTX125 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda MTX125Should you buy a used Honda MTX125?
The Honda MTX125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.7% across 4,027 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Honda MTX125 are reflector on motorcycle missing (121 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (96), and headlamp aim too high (61). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Honda MTX125 owner drives around 308 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda MTX125 models stay on UK roads for around 43 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.