Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Tamoretti 125 Retro?

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 Tamoretti 125 Retro?

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 Tamoretti 125 Retro?

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 Tamoretti 125 Retro reliable?

Based on MOT data from 128 vehicles, the 2007 Tamoretti 125 Retro has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.8%, 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 2007 Tamoretti 125 Retro?

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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Tamoretti 125 Retro (2007)

128 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.8% first-time pass rate

2007 Tamoretti 125 Retro

CarHunch analysed 128 real MOT records for the 2007 Tamoretti 125 Retro. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2007 Tamoretti 125 Retro is a significantly below-average proposition: only 42.6% pass their MOT first time, against a UK average of 80%, and 12.5% have recorded dangerous defects at some point. That combination suggests this model is either poorly maintained by owners or mechanically prone to serious issues—potentially both.

At a median mileage of just 3,716 miles for a 17-year-old bike, these machines are seldom ridden hard, yet they still fail MOTs at twice the national rate, which points to age-related decay and neglect rather than wear. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on fuel system condition, electrics, and brake integrity, since the pattern here suggests scooters sitting idle are your real enemy.

We have limited data for the 2007 Tamoretti 125 Retro — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

73.8%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

12.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.82

Over 3.2 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–7k

For context

These stats describe 128 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 128 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 12.5% 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 Tamoretti 125 Retro 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.

3,716

typical

1,774

low mileage

6,821

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Tamoretti 125 Retro vehicles fall between 1,774 and 6,821 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 1,774 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.

✓ 1,774–6,821 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Tamoretti 125 Retros sit.

⚠ Over 9,208 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Tamoretti 125 Retro — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 43% of 2007 Tamoretti 125 Retros are still active.

Numbers are declining — 12 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2020 (43% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2020.
* 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

3.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.82

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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