Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Sukida Sk 50 Qt?

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 50 Qt?

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 50 Qt?

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 50 Qt reliable?

Based on MOT data from 343 vehicles, the 2006 Sukida Sk 50 Qt has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.8%, 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 50 Qt?

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 (2006)

343 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.8% first-time pass rate

2006 Sukida Sk 50 Qt

CarHunch analysed 343 real MOT records for the 2006 Sukida Sk 50 Qt. 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. 343 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2006 SUKIDA SK 50 QT is a notably unreliable machine: just 24.9% pass first time against the UK average of 80%, meaning three in four examples fail their MOT on the first attempt. With only 3.8% ever flagged for dangerous defects, safety isn't the primary concern—it's the sheer frequency of faults that makes this scooter a maintenance headache.

These vehicles show very low mileage for their age (median just 4,253 miles), suggesting they've spent considerable time unused or stored, which often causes more problems than regular riding. The average 0.26 failures and 0.6 advisories per test tell you to expect recurring niggles: carburetor issues, worn electrics, and seized components are typical for neglected scooters of this vintage. If you're considering buying one, budget for a pre-purchase inspection by someone who knows 50cc scooters and factor in likely remedial work before it'll be roadworthy.

The 2006 Sukida Sk 50 Qt has a below-average first-time pass rate (74.8% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

First-time pass

74.8%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

3.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.26

Over 1.7 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.

These stats describe 343 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 343 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.8% 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 →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 707 Sukida Sk 50 Qt vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 30.6%

216

Blue 23.3%

165

Red 20.8%

147

Orange 19%

134

Silver 4.7%

Yellow 1.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Sukida Sk 50 Qt 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.

4,253

typical

2,154

low mileage

6,333

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Sukida Sk 50 Qt vehicles fall between 2,154 and 6,333 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,154 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.

✓ 2,154–6,333 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Sukida Sk 50 Qts sit.

⚠ Over 8,549 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Sukida Sk 50 Qt — Still on the Road

Most 2006 Sukida Sk 50 Qts are still being driven.

Strong survival — 10 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2016, 83% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2016.

MOT History Averages

1.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.26

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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