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Mutt Mongrel 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mutt Mongrel 125 reliable? We analysed 5,007 real MOT tests across 1,476 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 5,007 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
75.2%
Typical Mileage
4,659mi
Annual Mileage
733mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
10yrs

The Mutt Mongrel 125 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mutt Mongrel 125.

Mutt Mongrel 125 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mutt Mongrel 125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mutt Mongrel 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mutt Mongrel 125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

79.7%
2022
77.8%
2021
76.9%
2020
76.8%
2019
73.3%
2018
75.5%
2017
71.5%
2016

Mutt Mongrel 125 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mutt Mongrel 125 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 44
Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel 42

Mutt Mongrel 125 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mutt Mongrel 125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
232 mi/yr
Typical
733 mi/yr
Average
1,476 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,883 mi/yr

Mutt Mongrel 125 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mutt Mongrel 125 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 143 79.7% 1,776 3,641 6,126
2021 343 77.8% 1,434 2,973 5,960
2020 299 76.9% 2,262 4,967 8,568
2019 881 76.8% 1,979 4,040 7,515
2018 1,261 73.3% 2,494 4,968 8,447
2017 1,542 75.5% 2,606 5,024 8,726
2016 449 71.5% 3,025 5,225 8,788

How Long Does a Mutt Mongrel 125 Last?

Based on 1,476 Mutt Mongrel 125 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.9 years
Median
5.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
10 years

Mutt Mongrel 125 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mutt Mongrel 125 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
4,659 mi
75th Percentile
8,162 mi
95th Percentile
15,726 mi
Max Recorded
75,459 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mutt Mongrel 125

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

79.7% MOT pass rate from 143 tests

Year to avoid
2016

71.5% MOT pass rate from 449 tests

The best year to buy a used Mutt Mongrel 125 is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.7% across 143 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mutt Mongrel 125 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mutt Mongrel 125 THIS CAR 75.2% 5,007 4,659 mi 10 yrs
Mutt Fat Sabbath 125 76% 896 3,448 mi — yrs
Mutt Qm 250-2X Mongrel 250 85.8% 591 3,535 mi — yrs
Mutt Hilts 125 79.8% 506 2,791 mi — yrs
Kawasaki Zxr 79.4% 2,772 27,195 mi 37 yrs

Compared to the Mutt Fat Sabbath 125 (76.0% pass rate) and the Mutt Qm 250-2X Mongrel 250 (85.8% pass rate), the Mutt Mongrel 125 trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mutt Mongrel 125?

The Mutt Mongrel 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.2% across 5,007 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mutt Mongrel 125 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mutt Mongrel 125 owner drives around 733 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Mutt Mongrel 125 models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Mutt Mongrel 125 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mutt Mongrel 125 reliable?
Based on 5,007 MOT tests, the Mutt Mongrel 125 has a 75.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mutt Mongrel 125?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mutt Mongrel 125 do per year?
The typical Mutt Mongrel 125 does around 733 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mutt Mongrel 125 last?
Most Mutt Mongrel 125 models stay on UK roads for around 10 years based on our analysis of 1,476 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mutt Mongrel 125?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Mutt Mongrel 125?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mutt Mongrel 125 is 2022 with a 79.7% pass rate across 143 tests.