Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125?

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 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125?

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 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125?

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 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 351 vehicles, the 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 82.6%, 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 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125?

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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Mutt Mongrel 125 (2019)

351 real MOT outcomes analysed • 82.6% first-time pass rate

2019 Mutt Mongrel 125

CarHunch analysed 351 real MOT records for the 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 351 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2019 MUTT MONGREL 125 is a below-average performer: its 65.7% first-time pass rate lags the UK average of 80% by a significant margin, and 11.4% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a concern worth taking seriously. Nearly one in three doesn't pass on the first attempt, suggesting underlying reliability issues beyond minor wear items.

At an average mileage of 4,909 miles for a five-year-old vehicle, these Mongrels have been lightly used, yet they're still averaging 0.57 failures and 1.5 advisories per test—indicating that age and sitting are taking their toll rather than hard miles. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focusing on safety-critical systems, especially brakes and steering, since that dangerous defect rate is notably elevated.

The 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125 passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (82.6%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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

82.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

11.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.57

Over 2.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–6k

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 1.5 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 351 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 351 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 11.4% 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 →
📄 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

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	349	82.5%	0.57

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,026 Mutt Mongrel 125 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 79.3%

1,607

Grey 10.8%

218

Green 3.9%

Silver 2.4%

Orange 1.2%

Blue 1.1%

White 0.6%

Bronze 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125 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.

3,807

typical

1,824

low mileage

6,432

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125 vehicles fall between 1,824 and 6,432 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 1,824 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.

✓ 1,824–6,432 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125s sit.

⚠ Over 8,683 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Mutt Mongrel 125 — Still on the Road

Most 2019 Mutt Mongrel 125s are still being driven.

135 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.57

Avg failures per vehicle

1.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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