Honda TL125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda TL125 reliable? We analysed 514 real MOT tests across 119 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda TL125 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, throttle operating incorrectly and horn not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda TL125.
Honda TL125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda TL125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda TL125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda TL125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda TL125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda TL125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda TL125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda TL125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda TL125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda TL125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 58 | 86.2% | 2,810 | 9,053 | 17,533 |
| 1977 | 117 | 84.6% | 5,935 | 8,179 | 13,374 |
| 1976 | 113 | 84.1% | 3,700 | 8,751 | 11,381 |
| 1975 | 92 | 94.6% | 3,813 | 6,284 | 8,894 |
How Long Does a Honda TL125 Last?
Based on 119 Honda TL125 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda TL125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda TL125 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 TL125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.6% MOT pass rate from 92 tests
84.1% MOT pass rate from 113 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda TL125 is 1975, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.6% across 92 tests. The 1976 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda TL125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda TL125 THIS CAR | 86.8% | 514 | 7,092 mi | 51 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 |
| Vauxhall Astra Gs Turbo | 90% | 723 | 21,825 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda TL125 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda TL125Should you buy a used Honda TL125?
The Honda TL125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.8% across 514 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 TL125 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (6 recorded failures), throttle operating incorrectly (4), and horn not working (3). 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 TL125 owner drives around 115 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 TL125 models stay on UK roads for around 51 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.