MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,647 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Chain guard missing
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering lock stop loose (2.1.3)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Chain guard missing
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)
Outer Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
sidepanels and front panels not fitted ar time of mot test
Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)
Outer Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
sidepanels and front panels not fitted ar time of mot test
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Honda MTX125?
Based on 4,027 MOT tests across 789 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C971 EDV is a 1985 Honda MTX125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 1985 Honda MTX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 18,730 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Honda MTX125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C971 EDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda MTX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Honda MTX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was C971 EDV registered?
C971 EDV is a 1985 Honda MTX125, first registered on 14 October 1985.
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