Honda Mtx125rwf (1986)
1986 Honda Mtx125rwf
CarHunch analysed 998 real MOT records for the 1986 Honda Mtx125rwf. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1986 Honda MTX125RWF is a reliability gamble—just 40% pass MOT first time compared to the UK average of 80%, and one in five vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect, making safety a genuine concern for buyers. The median CarHunch score of 50 reflects these struggles, though the negligible failure rate (0.01 per vehicle) suggests issues are often minor when they do occur.
At nearly 39 years old, these bikes show a median mileage of 24,778, which is sensible for age and explains why they're still roadworthy despite the low first-pass rate—most failures are likely wear-related rather than fundamental design flaws. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on brakes and electrics, the typical weak points on bikes this vintage, and budget for a full service to address any lurking issues.
What to check before buying a 1986 Honda Mtx125rwf
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 1986 Honda Mtx125rwf vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1986 Honda Mtx125rwf vehicles fall between 6,907 and 26,152 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1986 Honda Mtx125rwf
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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42.9%
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies
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42.9%
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam
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28.6%
Drive chain excessively loose
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28.6%
Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot
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28.6%
Chain guard missing
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28.6%
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies
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28.6%
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy
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28.6%
l/h handgaurd loose
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1986. Counts include advisories and failures.
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