Honda Sh 125 7 (2007)
2007 Honda Sh 125 7
CarHunch analysed 293 real MOT records for the 2007 Honda Sh 125 7. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2007 Honda SH 125 scooter has a first-time pass rate of 70.9%, which sits about 9 points below the UK average of 80%—a meaningful gap that suggests these machines need more attention to stay roadworthy. With 18.1% having experienced a dangerous defect at some point, buyers should factor in the risk of unexpected costly repairs before purchase.
At 21,477 miles average, these scooters are running well within typical mileage for their age, yet they're still averaging 1.24 failures and 3.0 advisories per test, pointing to wear in brakes, lights, and exhaust systems rather than catastrophic engine trouble. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the brake system and lights—the most common failure points for this generation.
What to check before buying a 2007 Honda Sh 125 7
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 290 | 70.6% | 1.26 |
| Other (1%) | 3 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Honda Sh 125 7 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2007 Honda Sh 125 7 vehicles fall between 12,985 and 27,560 miles.
2007 Honda Sh 125 7 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 21 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (11% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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