Honda Mtx200rwd (1986)
1986 Honda Mtx200rwd
CarHunch analysed 124 real MOT records for the 1986 Honda Mtx200rwd. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1986 Honda MTX200RWD is a relic—only 2.6% pass their MOT on the first attempt, devastatingly below the 80% UK average, which tells you these bikes are either barely roadworthy or barely on the road anymore. The good news is that dangerous defects are non-existent in this cohort, so what's failing is likely fixable nuisance stuff rather than safety-critical systems.
With a median mileage of just 3,852 miles against an average of 9,201, most surviving examples are low-mileage barn finds or collectors' pieces that rarely see actual use—which explains both the dire pass rate and the near-zero failure count (0.02 failures per vehicle). If you're considering one, treat it as a restoration project rather than a daily rider, have a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist, and budget for recommissioning work even if the paperwork looks clean.
What to check before buying a 1986 Honda Mtx200rwd
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 Mtx200rwd 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 Mtx200rwd vehicles fall between 2,823 and 3,852 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1986 Honda Mtx200rwd
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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33.3%
Steering headbearing has excessive free play
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33.3%
Headlamp aim too high
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33.3%
Horn not working
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33.3%
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play
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33.3%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
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33.3%
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on
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33.3%
Brake pedal mounting insecure
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33.3%
Brake pedal insecure
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1986. Counts include advisories and failures.
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