Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3?

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 2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3?

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 2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3?

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 2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 139 vehicles, the 2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.7%, 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 2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3?

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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Sukida Sk 125 T 3 (2006)

139 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.7% first-time pass rate

2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3

CarHunch analysed 139 real MOT records for the 2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 SUKIDA SK 125 T-3 is a poor performer at MOT, with a first-time pass rate of just 28.3%—barely a third of the UK average of 80%. The dangerous defect rate of 2.2% is low enough not to be a primary concern, but the overall reliability picture is grim.

These bikes have genuinely low mileage for their age (median 3,164 miles), suggesting many are lightly used or stored, yet they still fail their tests at alarming rates. With an average of 0.19 failures and 0.6 advisories per vehicle, the problems are consistent and systemic rather than random wear items. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on brake systems and lighting—the two areas most likely to fail on older scooters.

We have limited data for the 2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

83.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

2.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.19

Over 1.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–5k

For context

These stats describe 139 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 139 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.2% 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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Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3 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.

3,164

typical

1,900

low mileage

4,579

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3 vehicles fall between 1,900 and 4,579 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 1,900 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.

✓ 1,900–4,579 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Sukida Sk 125 T 3s sit.

⚠ Over 6,181 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

1.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.19

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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