Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21?

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 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21?

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 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21?

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 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 193 vehicles, the 2007 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 70.1%, 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 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21?

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 50 Qt 21 (2007)

193 real MOT outcomes analysed • 70.1% first-time pass rate

2007 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21

CarHunch analysed 193 real MOT records for the 2007 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 SUKIDA SK 50 QT-21 is a serious reliability concern, with only 24% of vehicles passing their MOT first time—less than a third of the UK average of 80%. Dangerous defects are relatively rare at 5.7%, but the pass rate itself tells you these machines are mechanically problematic and will likely need work.

These are low-mileage scooters with a median of just 5,760 miles, suggesting they're aging rather than heavily used—yet they're still failing MOTs at an alarming rate, which points to design or build quality issues rather than wear and tear. Most vehicles rack up 0.37 failures and 0.8 advisories on average, meaning repairs are frequent and routine maintenance is essential; if you're considering one, budget for regular work and get a pre-purchase inspection by someone familiar with Chinese scooters.

We have limited data for the 2007 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 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

70.1%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

5.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.37

Over 1.9 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–9k

For context

These stats describe 193 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 193 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.7% 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 2007 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21 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.

5,760

typical

3,498

low mileage

8,864

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21 vehicles fall between 3,498 and 8,864 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,498 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.

✓ 3,498–8,864 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21s sit.

⚠ Over 11,966 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

0.37

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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