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E487 ARC

1987 Honda MTX125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,808 mi
Last recorded12,808 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 1987 Honda MTX12524,397 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE487 ARC
MakeHonda
ModelMTX125
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 12,808 miles

Offside Rear Brake rod slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Tyres are aged.

Fail 3 Oct 2016 12,808 miles

Nearside Lower Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Loose sprocket (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Offside Rear Brake rod slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Tyres are aged.

Pass 16 Aug 2012 12,388 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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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E487 ARC is a 1987 Honda MTX125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Honda MTX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 24,397 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 E487 ARC, 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 39 years old, this Honda MTX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E487 ARC registered?

E487 ARC is a 1987 Honda MTX125, first registered on 5 October 1987.

Is E487 ARC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E487 ARC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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