Jinlun Jl 125 11 (2006)
2006 Jinlun Jl 125 11
CarHunch analysed 151 real MOT records for the 2006 Jinlun Jl 125 11. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2006 JINLUN JL 125-11 is a deeply unreliable bike—only 22.9% pass MOT first time, against the UK average of 80%, and nearly one in twelve (8.6%) will develop a dangerous defect at some point. This is a machine that will cost you serious money and downtime in repairs.
With a median mileage of just 7,540 miles for a nearly two-decade-old bike, these aren't high-mileage survivors; they're simply worn out and neglected across the board. Owners report an average of 0.38 failures and 1.3 advisories per test, meaning faults are both frequent and widespread—if you're considering one, budget for a full pre-purchase inspection by a specialist mechanic, because the odds of inheriting a problem are overwhelming.
What to check before buying a 2006 Jinlun Jl 125 11
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%) | 149 | 22.1% | 0.38 |
| Other (1%) | 2 | 83.3% | 0.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Jinlun Jl 125 11 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 2006 Jinlun Jl 125 11 vehicles fall between 3,912 and 11,111 miles.
MOT History Averages
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