Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Hyosung GT 125 R?

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 2007 Hyosung GT 125 R?

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 2007 Hyosung GT 125 R?

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 2007 Hyosung GT 125 R reliable?

Based on MOT data from 211 vehicles, the 2007 Hyosung GT 125 R has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.1%, 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 2007 Hyosung GT 125 R?

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 R (2007)

211 real MOT outcomes analysed • 71.1% first-time pass rate

2007 Hyosung GT 125 R

CarHunch analysed 211 real MOT records for the 2007 Hyosung GT 125 R. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2007 Hyosung GT 125 R is a notably unreliable bike: only 48.3% pass first time, against the UK average of 80%, and nearly one in five (19%) have recorded dangerous defects during their MOT history—a red flag for safety-critical failures. The petrol version shows no different pass rate (47.1%), so fuel type isn't the issue here.

These bikes average just over 13,000 miles total, suggesting many are ridden infrequently or poorly maintained between tests, and that low usage hasn't helped—each vehicle racks up 1.53 failures and 5.0 advisories on average, pointing to systemic mechanical and wear issues rather than just hard miles. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the frame, forks, brakes, and lights, and budget for immediate remedial work.

We have limited data for the 2007 Hyosung GT 125 R — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

71.1%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

19%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.53

Over 5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 6k–16k

For context

These stats describe 211 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 211 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 19% 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 (96%)	203	70.8%	1.55

Colour Breakdown

Based on 691 Hyosung GT 125 R vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 31.5%

218

Black 26%

180

Silver 17.7%

122

Orange 10%

White 8.5%

Yellow 4.2%

Blue 1.2%

Green 0.9%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Hyosung GT 125 R 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.

9,400

typical

6,192

low mileage

15,551

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Hyosung GT 125 R vehicles fall between 6,192 and 15,551 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 6,192 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.

✓ 6,192–15,551 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Hyosung GT 125 Rs sit.

⚠ Over 20,993 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Hyosung GT 125 R — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 21% of 2007 Hyosung GT 125 Rs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 13 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2023 (21% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2023.
* 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

1.53

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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