Sanben Wy 125 T-23 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Sanben Wy 125 T-23 car check
Is the Sanben Wy 125 T-23 reliable? We analysed 479 real MOT tests across 142 vehicles to find out.
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The Sanben Wy 125 T-23 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and brake lever has inadequate reserve travel. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sanben Wy 125 T-23.
Sanben Wy 125 T-23 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Sanben Wy 125 T-23. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Sanben Wy 125 T-23 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Sanben Wy 125 T-23 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Sanben Wy 125 T-23 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Sanben Wy 125 T-23 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Sanben Wy 125 T-23 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Sanben Wy 125 T-23 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Sanben Wy 125 T-23 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sanben Wy 125 T-23 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 149 | 67.8% | 5,333 | 8,379 | 11,906 |
| 2008 | 182 | 69.2% | 4,945 | 8,773 | 13,719 |
| 2006 | 127 | 65.4% | 3,889 | 5,734 | 8,280 |
How Long Does a Sanben Wy 125 T-23 Last?
Based on 142 Sanben Wy 125 T-23 vehicles on UK roads.
Sanben Wy 125 T-23 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Sanben Wy 125 T-23 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Sanben Wy 125 T-23
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
69.2% MOT pass rate from 182 tests
65.4% MOT pass rate from 127 tests
The best year to buy a used Sanben Wy 125 T-23 is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 69.2% across 182 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Sanben Wy 125 T-23 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanben Wy 125 T-23 THIS CAR | 68.1% | 479 | 7,623 mi | 20 yrs |
| Honda Ctx | 96% | 680 | 10,346 mi | 12 yrs |
| Hyundai Santa Fe Premium SE CRDI | 81.1% | 783 | 86,729 mi | — yrs |
| Ktm 690 Smc R 19 | 87.8% | 633 | 4,120 mi | — yrs |
| Lambretta V-125 Special E5 | 87.7% | 416 | 2,535 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Ctx (96.0% pass rate) and the Hyundai Santa Fe Premium SE CRDI (81.1% pass rate), the Sanben Wy 125 T-23 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Sanben Wy 125 T-23Should you buy a used Sanben Wy 125 T-23?
The Sanben Wy 125 T-23 has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.1% across 479 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Sanben Wy 125 T-23 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (28 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (25), and brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (22). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Sanben Wy 125 T-23 owner drives around 1,255 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 Sanben Wy 125 T-23 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching 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.