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D228 JGL

1986 Honda MTX125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2016
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,611 mi
Last recorded28,611 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2015
Typical for 1986 Honda MTX12520,089 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD228 JGL
MakeHonda
ModelMTX125
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2015 28,611 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Fail 6 Feb 2015 28,611 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 27,313 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 27 Sep 2011 27,313 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Jan 2009 27,282 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 23,955 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda MTX125?

Based on 4,027 MOT tests across 789 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
308
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
789
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 121
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 96
Headlamp aim too high 61
Drive chain worn to excess 54
Drive chain excessively loose 52
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D228 JGL is a 1986 Honda MTX125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Honda MTX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 20,089 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 D228 JGL, 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 40 years old, this Honda MTX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D228 JGL is a 1986 Honda MTX125, first registered on 1 August 1986.

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