Honda PCX125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda PCX125 reliable? We analysed 2,145 real MOT tests across 266 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda PCX125 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda PCX125.
Honda PCX125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda PCX125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda PCX125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda PCX125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda PCX125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda PCX125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda PCX125 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda PCX125 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda PCX125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda PCX125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda PCX125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda PCX125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 460 | 83.7% | 6,642 | 11,596 | 21,182 |
| 2011 | 1,091 | 83.0% | 5,916 | 11,799 | 22,382 |
| 2010 | 444 | 82.2% | 7,857 | 14,340 | 26,940 |
How Long Does a Honda PCX125 Last?
Based on 266 Honda PCX125 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda PCX125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda PCX125 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 PCX125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.7% MOT pass rate from 460 tests
82.2% MOT pass rate from 444 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda PCX125 is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.7% across 460 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda PCX125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda PCX125 THIS CAR | 82.5% | 2,145 | 12,718 mi | 16 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 |
| Fiat Chausson | 86.1% | 2,171 | 16,638 mi | 19 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda PCX125 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda PCX125Should you buy a used Honda PCX125?
The Honda PCX125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.5% across 2,145 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda PCX125 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (53 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (16), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (14). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda PCX125 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Honda PCX125 owner drives around 1,851 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 PCX125 models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.