Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4?

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 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4?

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 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4?

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 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 316 vehicles, the 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.4%, 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 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4?

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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Suzuki Rv 125 K4 (2004)

316 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.4% first-time pass rate

2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4

CarHunch analysed 316 real MOT records for the 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4. 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. 316 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2004 Suzuki RV 125 K4 fails its MOT first time around in nearly 30% of cases, well below the UK average of 80%, which suggests these older scooters struggle with wear and maintenance issues. While dangerous defects aren't rampant at 17.4%, they're worth noting during any inspection.

These machines show very low mileage for their age—a median of just under 12,000 miles—indicating they've been lightly used, yet they still accumulate an average of 1.77 failures and 5.5 advisories per test, pointing to age-related deterioration rather than heavy wear. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on brakes, lights, and structural corrosion, as these older 125s need careful attention even when they've sat idle.

The 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4 passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (83.4%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

83.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

17.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.77

Over 9.7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

12k

Middle half: 7k–18k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 5.5 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 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 316 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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Before you buy a 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4

Based on MOT data from 316 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 17.4% 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

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	310	83.1%	1.8

Colour Breakdown

Based on 518 Suzuki Rv 125 K4 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 37.8%

196

Orange 29.3%

152

Silver 27%

140

Black 2.1%

White 1.4%

Green 1.4%

Yellow 1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4 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.

11,972

typical

6,721

low mileage

17,738

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4 vehicles fall between 6,721 and 17,738 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 6,721 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.

✓ 6,721–17,738 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4s sit.

⚠ Over 23,946 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 54% of 2004 Suzuki Rv 125 K4s are still active.

79 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 54% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

9.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.77

Avg failures per vehicle

5.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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