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F392 LFW

1988 Honda MTX125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,672 mi
Last recorded54,672 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda MTX12518,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF392 LFW
MakeHonda
ModelMTX125
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 54,672 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 53,157 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 51,169 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 May 2024 51,154 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle sticks open (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 49,084 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot rear brake (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 46,852 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 43,409 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 43,409 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 43,409 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working when operated by foot brake, required from 1986 onwards (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 43,409 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 41,660 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 41,502 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 40,602 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 40,602 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 19,521 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 19,493 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

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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F392 LFW is a 1988 Honda MTX125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Honda MTX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 18,259 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F392 LFW, 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 38 years old, this Honda MTX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F392 LFW is a 1988 Honda MTX125, first registered on 29 November 1988.

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