Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Por Apache 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 2007 Por Apache 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 2007 Por Apache 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 2007 Por Apache 125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 319 vehicles, the 2007 Por Apache 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 65.9%, 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 2007 Por Apache 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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Por Apache 125 (2007)

319 real MOT outcomes analysed • 65.9% first-time pass rate

2007 Por Apache 125

CarHunch analysed 319 real MOT records for the 2007 Por Apache 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. 319 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2007 POR APACHE 125 is a genuinely poor performer on MOT day, with only 27.1% passing first time against the UK average of 80%—that's a stark warning sign for any buyer. While dangerous defects are mercifully rare at 8.8%, the sheer scale of routine failures means most of these bikes will need work to get through their test.

At nearly 4,500 miles on average, these machines have been ridden fairly hard for their age, yet they're still racking up 0.47 failures and 1.4 advisories per test, suggesting structural or mechanical fragility rather than just wear-and-tear. Before buying one, insist on a pre-purchase inspection focused on the frame, suspension, and electrics—the MOT pass rate tells you this model has chronic weaknesses that a test drive alone won't reveal.

The 2007 Por Apache 125 has a below-average first-time pass rate (65.9% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ 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

65.9%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

8.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.47

Over 1.9 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–6k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔍 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 319 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 319 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 8.8% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 576 Por Apache 125 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 39.1%

225

Blue 34.4%

198

Red 16.1%

White 6.1%

Grey 4.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Por Apache 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.

2,940

typical

1,614

low mileage

5,764

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Por Apache 125 vehicles fall between 1,614 and 5,764 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 1,614 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.

✓ 1,614–5,764 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Por Apache 125s sit.

⚠ Over 7,781 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.47

Avg failures per vehicle

1.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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