Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2020 Ajs Modena 125?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2020 Ajs Modena 125?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2020 Ajs Modena 125?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2020 Ajs Modena 125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 223 vehicles, the 2020 Ajs Modena 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2020 Ajs Modena 125?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ajs Modena 125 (2020)

223 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.6% first-time pass rate

2020 Ajs Modena 125

CarHunch analysed 223 real MOT records for the 2020 Ajs Modena 125. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2020 AJS MODENA 125 is a concern on first MOT: just 62.2% pass on their first attempt versus the UK average of 80%, suggesting either build quality issues or poor owner maintenance from the start. About 1 in 10 have recorded a dangerous defect, which is a real safety flag for a buyer considering this model.

These bikes have covered relatively low mileage at around 2,800 miles on average, so the high failure rate isn't down to age or hard use—it points to fundamental reliability problems. With an average of 0.35 failures and 0.6 advisories per vehicle, common issues are emerging early in these bikes' lives; a prospective buyer should have any used example inspected thoroughly by a qualified mechanic before purchase.

We have limited data for the 2020 Ajs Modena 125 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

86.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

9.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.35

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 1k–4k

For context

These stats describe 223 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 223 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	218	86.3%	0.36

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,013 Ajs Modena 125 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 34.2%

689

White 16.6%

335

Red 14.5%

291

Blue 11.4%

229

Grey 10.6%

214

Orange 8.9%

179

Turquoise 3.2%

Green 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2020 Ajs Modena 125 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

2,010

typical

921

low mileage

3,919

high mileage

Half of all 2020 Ajs Modena 125 vehicles fall between 921 and 3,919 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 921 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 921–3,919 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2020 Ajs Modena 125s sit.

⚠ Over 5,290 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2020 Ajs Modena 125 — Still on the Road

Most 2020 Ajs Modena 125s are still being driven.

Strong survival — 103 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 84% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.35

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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