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Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot reliable? We analysed 490 real MOT tests across 135 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 490 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
65.5%
Typical Mileage
8,612mi
Annual Mileage
1,829mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
19yrs

The Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, headlamp aim too high and drive chain excessively loose. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot.

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Number plates registered to a Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

65.5%
2008
66.5%
2007

Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Headlamp aim too high 18
Drive chain excessively loose 16
Direction indicator not working 15
Footrest missing 14
suspension bush has excessive free play 13
Drive chain worn to excess 11
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 10
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 9
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 8

Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
594 mi/yr
Typical
1,829 mi/yr
Average
2,476 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,426 mi/yr

Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2008 252 65.5% 3,898 7,304 11,678
2007 170 66.5% 5,233 9,016 14,804

How Long Does a Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot Last?

Based on 135 Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.8 years
Median
5.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
19 years

Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
8,612 mi
75th Percentile
13,618 mi
95th Percentile
24,452 mi
Max Recorded
65,291 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot

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

Best year
2007

66.5% MOT pass rate from 170 tests

Year to avoid
2008

65.5% MOT pass rate from 252 tests

The best year to buy a used Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.5% across 170 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot THIS CAR 65.5% 490 8,612 mi 19 yrs
Sukida Sk 125-4 Inspector 73.6% 983 8,190 mi 20 yrs
Sukida Sk 50 Qt 72.7% 762 3,998 mi 20 yrs
Sukida Sk 125 T-18 67.7% 724 6,355 mi 20 yrs
Subaru Sambar 69.7% 813 82,076 mi 29 yrs

Compared to the Sukida Sk 125-4 Inspector (73.6% pass rate) and the Sukida Sk 50 Qt (72.7% pass rate), the Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot?

The Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.5% across 490 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (26 recorded failures), headlamp aim too high (18), and drive chain excessively loose (16). 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 Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot owner drives around 1,829 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 Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.

Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot reliable?
Based on 490 MOT tests, the Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot has a 65.5% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot?
The most common MOT failures are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, headlamp aim too high, and drive chain excessively loose. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot do per year?
The typical Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot does around 1,829 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot last?
Most Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot models stay on UK roads for around 19 years based on our analysis of 135 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot?
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 Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Sukida Sk 125-5 Patriot is 2007 with a 66.5% pass rate across 170 tests.