Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 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 2008 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 2008 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 2008 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 106 vehicles, the 2008 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 69.1%, 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 2008 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 (2008)

106 real MOT outcomes analysed • 69.1% first-time pass rate

2008 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21

CarHunch analysed 106 real MOT records for the 2008 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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This 2008 Sukida SK 50 QT-21 is a serious reliability concern: only 25.4% pass MOT first time, less than a third of the UK average of 80%. The dangerous defect rate of 5.7% is low enough not to be a major safety worry, but the sheer failure rate indicates systemic issues with this model.

The median mileage of just 4,920 miles suggests most examples are lightly used scooters, yet they're still failing MOTs at a startling rate—this points to age-related deterioration rather than wear from heavy riding. With 0.35 failures and 0.8 advisories per vehicle on average, expect corrosion, electrical gremlins, and lighting problems. If you're considering one, budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a specialist and factor in likely repair costs before committing.

We have limited data for the 2008 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

69.1%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

5.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.35

Over 1.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–9k

For context

These stats describe 106 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 106 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 2008 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.

4,920

typical

3,818

low mileage

9,319

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21 vehicles fall between 3,818 and 9,319 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,818 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.

✓ 3,818–9,319 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 21s sit.

⚠ Over 12,580 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

1.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.35

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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