Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet?

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 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet?

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 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet?

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 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

24% 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 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet reliable?

Based on MOT data from 105 vehicles, the 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet has a first-time MOT pass rate of 69%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet?

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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Hyosung GT 125 Comet (2003)

105 real MOT outcomes analysed • 69% first-time pass rate

2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet

CarHunch analysed 105 real MOT records for the 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 44.7%, well below the UK average of 80%, which signals genuine reliability concerns for a bike now over 20 years old. Nearly a quarter of these machines (23.8%) have recorded dangerous defects at some point, making this a serious buyer consideration if you're shopping used.

With a median mileage of only 13,368 miles for vehicles of this age, these bikes appear to be weekend riders or garage queens, yet they still rack up an average of 1.62 failures and 4.8 advisories per test—suggesting age and storage conditions matter more than use here. Before committing to one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on fuel system corrosion, battery condition, and brake fluid integrity, as these are typical weak points on neglected older small-capacity bikes.

We have limited data for the 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet — 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

69%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

23.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.62

Over 5.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

13k

Middle half: 7k–21k

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These stats describe 105 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 105 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 23.8% 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet 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.

13,368

typical

7,145

low mileage

20,618

high mileage

Half of all 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet vehicles fall between 7,145 and 20,618 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,145 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.

✓ 7,145–20,618 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comets sit.

⚠ Over 27,834 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comet — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 62% of 2003 Hyosung GT 125 Comets are still active.

13 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2017 — 62% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2017.

MOT History Averages

5.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.62

Avg failures per vehicle

4.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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