Honda Ww 125 Ex2-A
MotorcycleFrom 661 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and brake efficiency below minimum requirement. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 29 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 29 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 21 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 16 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 15 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 15 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 13 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 13 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 13 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 11 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 9 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 18.1% of Ww 125 Ex2-A failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £59.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 84.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2011 | 78.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ww 125 Ex2-As tested had between 13,418 and 58,111 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 28,849 median miles, the Ww 125 Ex2-A has 0.07 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Ww 125 Ex2-A MOT pass rate?
The Honda Ww 125 Ex2-A has a 79.9% MOT pass rate based on 661 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Ww 125 Ex2-A?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Ww 125 Ex2-A is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 29 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Ww 125 Ex2-A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Ww 125 Ex2-A is 28,849 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 13,418 and 58,111 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.