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L78 OEX

1993 Honda MTX125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,248 mi
Last recorded21,248 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda MTX12515,899 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL78 OEX
MakeHonda
ModelMTX125
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 21,248 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2026 21,248 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 21,199 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 21,001 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play slight play on headstock bearing (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 21,000 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 21,000 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke cracked (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 20,936 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 20,763 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 18,489 miles

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

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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L78 OEX is a 1993 Honda MTX125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1993 Honda MTX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 15,899 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 L78 OEX, 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 33 years old, this Honda MTX125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L78 OEX registered?

L78 OEX is a 1993 Honda MTX125, first registered on 4 November 1993.

Is L78 OEX safe to buy?

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