Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Aprilia Mojito 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 2008 Aprilia Mojito 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 2008 Aprilia Mojito 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.

How many 2008 Aprilia Mojito 125 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

22% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2008 Aprilia Mojito 125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 141 vehicles, the 2008 Aprilia Mojito 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 81.2%, 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 2008 Aprilia Mojito 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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Aprilia Mojito 125 (2008)

141 real MOT outcomes analysed • 81.2% first-time pass rate

2008 Aprilia Mojito 125

CarHunch analysed 141 real MOT records for the 2008 Aprilia Mojito 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 2008 Aprilia Mojito 125 passes its MOT at 81.2%, marginally above the UK average of 80%, but that headline masks a real concern: 22% of these scooters have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is notably high and should give any buyer pause. Petrol versus diesel breakdowns aren't relevant for a 125cc scooter, but the frequency of failures—averaging 1.66 per vehicle—suggests these machines need consistent maintenance attention.

At just over 11,000 miles on average, these Mojos are relatively low-mileage for their age, yet they're still accumulating 3.4 advisories per bike on average, pointing to wear on consumables and aging electrics rather than catastrophic mechanical problems. Before committing to one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the electrical system and brake components, since the dangerous defect rate hints that safety-critical items are the weak point on this model.

We have limited data for the 2008 Aprilia Mojito 125 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

81.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

22%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.66

Over 8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

10k

Middle half: 5k–15k

For context

These stats describe 141 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 141 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 22% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Aprilia Mojito 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.

10,378

typical

5,344

low mileage

15,282

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Aprilia Mojito 125 vehicles fall between 5,344 and 15,282 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,344 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.

✓ 5,344–15,282 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Aprilia Mojito 125s sit.

⚠ Over 20,630 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Aprilia Mojito 125 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 23% of 2008 Aprilia Mojito 125s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 21 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (23% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.66

Avg failures per vehicle

3.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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