Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Honda Ses125?

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 2006 Honda Ses125?

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 2006 Honda Ses125?

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 2006 Honda Ses125 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 2006 Honda Ses125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 775 vehicles, the 2006 Honda Ses125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 80.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 Honda Ses125?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Honda Ses125 are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (38.6% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (35.3% of vehicles), Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (26.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Honda Ses125?

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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Honda Ses125 (2006)

775 real MOT outcomes analysed • 80.1% first-time pass rate

2006 Honda Ses125

CarHunch analysed 775 real MOT records for the 2006 Honda Ses125. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 Honda SES125 matches the UK average pass rate at 80.1%, but the danger flag here is that 21.8% of these scooters have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable—which suggests structural or safety issues that buyers should take seriously. This is a concern worth investigating before purchase.

At nearly 18,300 miles median, these machines show fairly modest usage for their age, yet they're averaging 1.82 failures and 4.6 advisories per test, indicating wear-related problems are common. Before buying, get a full mechanical inspection focusing on brake and suspension components, since dangerous defects on small bikes often relate to these systems.

The 2006 Honda Ses125 passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (80.1%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ 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

80.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

21.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.82

Over 8.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

18k

Middle half: 11k–28k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 4.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 775 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 775 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 38.6%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 26.3%

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 14.6%

Headlamp aim too high · Exhaust slightly deteriorated

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 11.9%

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect · Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion · Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Before you buy a 2006 Honda Ses125

Based on MOT data from 775 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 21.8% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 4,373 Honda Ses125 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 36%

1,574

Blue 34.9%

1,524

Red 26.8%

1,170

Black 1.9%

White 0.3%

Grey 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Honda Ses125 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.

18,298

typical

10,708

low mileage

27,674

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Honda Ses125 vehicles fall between 10,708 and 27,674 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 10,708 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.

✓ 10,708–27,674 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Honda Ses125s sit.

⚠ Over 37,359 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Honda Ses125 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 14% of 2006 Honda Ses125s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 61 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (14% 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

8.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.82

Avg failures per vehicle

4.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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