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Wk Bikes 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Wk Bikes 125 reliable? We analysed 662 real MOT tests across 212 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 662 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
66.0%
Typical Mileage
4,205mi
Annual Mileage
795mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

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

Wk Bikes 125 Number Plates

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

Wk Bikes 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

65.6%
2015
66.6%
2014
65.4%
2013

Wk Bikes 125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Wk Bikes 125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Footrest missing 13

Wk Bikes 125 Common Faults & Problems

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

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar 10

Wk Bikes 125 Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
161 mi/yr
Typical
795 mi/yr
Average
1,525 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,866 mi/yr

Wk Bikes 125 MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2015 96 65.6% 3,548 4,336 6,222
2014 347 66.6% 2,086 4,458 8,714
2013 162 65.4% 2,192 3,886 8,175

How Long Does a Wk Bikes 125 Last?

Based on 212 Wk Bikes 125 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.5 years
Median
5.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Wk Bikes 125 Mileage Distribution

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

Median
4,205 mi
75th Percentile
7,677 mi
95th Percentile
13,971 mi
Max Recorded
51,910 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Wk Bikes 125

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

Best year
2014

66.6% MOT pass rate from 347 tests

Year to avoid
2013

65.4% MOT pass rate from 162 tests

The best year to buy a used Wk Bikes 125 is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.6% across 347 tests. The 2013 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 Wk Bikes 125 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Wk Bikes 125 THIS CAR 66.0% 662 4,205 mi 13 yrs
Wk Bikes Ht 77.2% 597 5,541 mi 13 yrs
Wk Bikes Scrambler 125 74.8% 473 3,788 mi — yrs
Wk Bikes Rt 74.7% 466 4,162 mi 11 yrs
Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto 91.8% 1,158 26,555 mi — yrs

Compared to the Wk Bikes Ht (77.2% pass rate) and the Wk Bikes Scrambler 125 (74.8% pass rate), the Wk Bikes 125 trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Wk Bikes 125?

The Wk Bikes 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.0% across 662 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common failure point is footrest missing with 13 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is handlebar grip insecure to handlebar. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Wk Bikes 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 Wk Bikes 125 owner drives around 795 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 Wk Bikes 125 models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.

Wk Bikes 125 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Wk Bikes 125 reliable?
Based on 662 MOT tests, the Wk Bikes 125 has a 66.0% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Wk Bikes 125?
The most common failure point is footrest missing.
How many miles does a Wk Bikes 125 do per year?
The typical Wk Bikes 125 does around 795 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Wk Bikes 125 last?
Most Wk Bikes 125 models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 212 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Wk Bikes 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 Wk Bikes 125?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Wk Bikes 125 is 2014 with a 66.6% pass rate across 347 tests.