Honda Z 125 Ma-K
MotorcycleFrom 1,250 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 transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear and a wheel bearing with excessive play. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 8 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 transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 8 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 4 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 3 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 3 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 2 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 93.9% | a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2019 | 94.6% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 94.8% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Z 125 Ma-Ks tested had between 1,063 and 4,215 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
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 Z 125 Ma-K MOT pass rate?
The Honda Z 125 Ma-K has a 94.2% MOT pass rate based on 1,250 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Z 125 Ma-K?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Z 125 Ma-K is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Z 125 Ma-K at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Z 125 Ma-K is 2,397 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 1,063 and 4,215 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.