Shineray Xy 125 Gy Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Shineray Xy 125 Gy reliable? We analysed 1,014 real MOT tests across 361 vehicles to find out.
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The Shineray Xy 125 Gy is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, suspension bush has excessive free play and headlamp aim too high. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Shineray Xy 125 Gy.
Shineray Xy 125 Gy Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Shineray Xy 125 Gy. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Shineray Xy 125 Gy MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Shineray Xy 125 Gy to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Shineray Xy 125 Gy Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Shineray Xy 125 Gy fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Shineray Xy 125 Gy Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Shineray Xy 125 Gy owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Shineray Xy 125 Gy MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Shineray Xy 125 Gy year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 138 | 65.9% | 762 | 2,906 | 6,635 |
| 2010 | 190 | 58.4% | 1,168 | 4,342 | 6,045 |
| 2009 | 140 | 61.4% | 1,173 | 3,372 | 4,990 |
| 2008 | 198 | 61.1% | 1,128 | 2,864 | 5,026 |
| 2007 | 122 | 57.4% | 353 | 2,372 | 3,391 |
| 2006 | 207 | 65.2% | 399 | 1,617 | 3,150 |
How Long Does a Shineray Xy 125 Gy Last?
Based on 361 Shineray Xy 125 Gy vehicles on UK roads.
Shineray Xy 125 Gy Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Shineray Xy 125 Gy 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 Shineray Xy 125 Gy
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
65.9% MOT pass rate from 138 tests
57.4% MOT pass rate from 122 tests
The best year to buy a used Shineray Xy 125 Gy is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 65.9% across 138 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 57.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Shineray Xy 125 Gy Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shineray Xy 125 Gy THIS CAR | 61.4% | 1,014 | 2,958 mi | 20 yrs |
| Shineray Xy 125 Gy VIII | 69.9% | 386 | 600 mi | 20 yrs |
| Shineray Xy | 75.3% | 275 | 1,499 mi | 12 yrs |
| Shineray Unknown | 77.2% | 219 | 1,034 mi | — yrs |
| Fiat Marea 100 SX Weekend | 62.2% | 1,785 | 72,053 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Shineray Xy 125 Gy VIII (69.9% pass rate) and the Shineray Xy (75.3% pass rate), the Shineray Xy 125 Gy trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Shineray Xy 125 GyShould you buy a used Shineray Xy 125 Gy?
The Shineray Xy 125 Gy has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.4% across 1,014 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Shineray Xy 125 Gy are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (67 recorded failures), suspension bush has excessive free play (66), and headlamp aim too high (56). 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 Shineray Xy 125 Gy owner drives around 275 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 Shineray Xy 125 Gy 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.