Tamoretti 125 Retro Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Tamoretti 125 Retro car check
Is the Tamoretti 125 Retro reliable? We analysed 1,634 real MOT tests across 396 vehicles to find out.
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The Tamoretti 125 Retro is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Tamoretti 125 Retro.
Tamoretti 125 Retro Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Tamoretti 125 Retro. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Tamoretti 125 Retro MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Tamoretti 125 Retro to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Tamoretti 125 Retro Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Tamoretti 125 Retro fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Tamoretti 125 Retro Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Tamoretti 125 Retro owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Tamoretti 125 Retro MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Tamoretti 125 Retro year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 107 | 70.1% | 1,335 | 2,780 | 4,551 |
| 2011 | 362 | 73.8% | 2,034 | 3,717 | 6,093 |
| 2010 | 425 | 74.4% | 2,558 | 4,492 | 6,824 |
| 2008 | 239 | 69.0% | 1,927 | 3,218 | 5,734 |
| 2007 | 358 | 70.7% | 1,676 | 3,788 | 6,629 |
| 2006 | 91 | 80.2% | 2,905 | 4,327 | 6,440 |
How Long Does a Tamoretti 125 Retro Last?
Based on 396 Tamoretti 125 Retro vehicles on UK roads.
Tamoretti 125 Retro Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Tamoretti 125 Retro 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 Tamoretti 125 Retro
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.2% MOT pass rate from 91 tests
69.0% MOT pass rate from 239 tests
The best year to buy a used Tamoretti 125 Retro is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.2% across 91 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Tamoretti 125 Retro Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamoretti 125 Retro THIS CAR | 72.5% | 1,634 | 3,837 mi | 20 yrs |
| Aprilia 125 | 73.7% | 1,309 | 14,397 mi | 27 yrs |
| Yamaha X-max 125 (YP125RA) | 86.8% | 1,148 | 20,792 mi | — yrs |
| Volvo XC90 Active AWD D5 Auto | 70.4% | 1,083 | 123,762 mi | — yrs |
| Renault Kangoo ML19 DCI | 81.3% | 539 | 90,259 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Aprilia 125 (73.7% pass rate) and the Yamaha X-max 125 (YP125RA) (86.8% pass rate), the Tamoretti 125 Retro trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Tamoretti 125 Retro has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.5% across 1,634 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Tamoretti 125 Retro are brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (80 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (48), and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (44). 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 Tamoretti 125 Retro owner drives around 368 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 Tamoretti 125 Retro 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.