MOT cost .

Failure index

Every reason cars fail.

596 defect codes that ground UK cars at the MOT, sorted by how often each one shows up. Use as a pre-test checklist, a buyer's inspection list, or an after-the-fact diagnosis.

No. 01

A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

1,246,695

902 models

No. 02

Windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view

1,095,022

1526 models

No. 03

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1,039,051

1276 models
Lights & lamps → 180 defect codes
3,353,789 fails
  1. 01

    A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    902 models affected

    1,246,695
  2. 02

    A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    683 models affected

    673,667
  3. 03

    Headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective

    340 models affected

    384,439
  4. 04

    Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    320 models affected

    326,886
  5. 05

    The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

    325 models affected

    285,446
  6. 06

    A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

    267 models affected

    112,826
  7. 07

    A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    161 models affected

    104,445
  8. 08

    Obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose

    162 models affected

    46,155
  9. 09

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    48 models affected

    24,508
  10. 10

    An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    190 models affected

    23,854
  11. 11

    A lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    64 models affected

    22,595
  12. 12

    A lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    91 models affected

    13,657
  13. 13

    An SRS malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) indicates a system malfunction

    159 models affected

    12,949
  14. 14

    The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

    243 models affected

    9,404
  15. 15

    A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    130 models affected

    9,046
  16. 16

    Brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator

    147 models affected

    6,400
  17. 17

    A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    43 models affected

    6,208
  18. 18

    Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    48 models affected

    3,958
  19. 19

    Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    277 models affected

    3,718
  20. 20

    A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

    42 models affected

    3,288
  21. 21

    The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

    176 models affected

    3,122
  22. 22

    Reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear

    191 models affected

    2,916
  23. 23

    A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    182 models affected

    2,450
  24. 24

    Reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    59 models affected

    2,347
  25. 25

    A headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

    154 models affected

    1,806
  26. 26

    A lamp missing or inoperative

    160 models affected

    1,672
  27. 27

    A stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released

    147 models affected

    1,592
  28. 28

    A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    120 models affected

    1,271
  29. 29

    Lamp not securely attached

    42 models affected

    1,132
  30. 30

    Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    16 models affected

    1,126
  31. 31

    A reversing lamp inoperative

    12 models affected

    1,122
  32. 32

    A stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released

    86 models affected

    986
  33. 33

    Headlamp reflector or lens seriously defective or missing

    4 models affected

    948
  34. 34

    The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

    120 models affected

    939
  35. 35

    Product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity or changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow

    6 models affected

    923
  36. 36

    The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

    106 models affected

    871
  37. 37

    A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    4 models affected

    619
  38. 38

    Rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps

    65 models affected

    607
  39. 39

    A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    39 models affected

    598
  40. 40

    A headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

    72 models affected

    499
  41. 41

    A headlamp cleaning device inoperative in the case of LED or gas discharge systems (HID)

    50 models affected

    469
  42. 42

    Headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective

    11 models affected

    428
  43. 43

    Headlamp aim unable to be tested

    14 models affected

    403
  44. 44

    Reflector colour or position not in accordance with the requirements

    54 models affected

    349
  45. 45

    A direction indicator lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    5 models affected

    302
  46. 46

    A lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    24 models affected

    252
  47. 47

    Headlamp aim unable to be tested

    26 models affected

    250
  48. 48

    A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    21 models affected

    243
  49. 49

    A lamp not securely attached

    32 models affected

    222
  50. 50

    Stop lamps all missing or inoperative

    14 models affected

    203
  51. 51

    An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    10 models affected

    201
  52. 52

    A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    25 models affected

    188
  53. 53

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    26 models affected

    178
  54. 54

    An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    38 models affected

    175
  55. 55

    Headlamp not securely attached

    13 models affected

    116
  56. 56

    A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    21 models affected

    105
  57. 57

    A direction indicator lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    22 models affected

    95
  58. 58

    A mandatory tell-tale for direction indicators missing or inoperative

    17 models affected

    86
  59. 59

    A rear registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear

    16 models affected

    73
  60. 60

    Headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective

    16 models affected

    73
  61. 61

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    11 models affected

    71
  62. 62

    A direction indicator lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    3 models affected

    69
  63. 63

    Obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose

    23 models affected

    66
  64. 64

    A front or rear fog lamp not securely attached

    20 models affected

    65
  65. 65

    A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    3 models affected

    61
  66. 66

    A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    16 models affected

    60
  67. 67

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    16 models affected

    60
  68. 68

    Front or rear fog lamp switch inoperative or not operating in accordance with the requirements

    4 models affected

    58
  69. 69

    Front or rear fog lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    6 models affected

    58
  70. 70

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    5 models affected

    56
  71. 71

    A lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    5 models affected

    42
  72. 72

    A stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements

    15 models affected

    42
  73. 73

    Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    10 models affected

    41
  74. 74

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    39
  75. 75

    A lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    10 models affected

    37
  76. 76

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    8 models affected

    36
  77. 77

    Flexible brake hose slightly damaged, chafed or twisted

    10 models affected

    35
  78. 78

    A lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    12 models affected

    33
  79. 79

    A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    1 models affected

    31
  80. 80

    Headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective

    5 models affected

    28
  81. 81

    A lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    11 models affected

    28
  82. 82

    Flexible brake hose slightly damaged, chafed or twisted

    6 models affected

    28
  83. 83

    Indicator switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements

    8 models affected

    26
  84. 84

    A rear registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear

    2 models affected

    25
  85. 85

    A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    1 models affected

    24
  86. 86

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    9 models affected

    23
  87. 87

    Flexible brake hose slightly damaged, chafed or twisted

    6 models affected

    23
  88. 88

    A front or rear fog lamp not securely attached

    7 models affected

    22
  89. 89

    Lamp showing red light to the front, white light to the rear or has heavily reduced light intensity

    2 models affected

    21
  90. 90

    A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    4 models affected

    18
  91. 91

    A registration plate lamp not securely attached

    5 models affected

    17
  92. 92

    Brake fluid warning light illuminated or defective

    6 models affected

    17
  93. 93

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    15
  94. 94

    Indicator or hazard warning switch inoperative

    1 models affected

    15
  95. 95

    A lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected

    6 models affected

    14
  96. 96

    A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    7 models affected

    14
  97. 97

    A direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp

    2 models affected

    12
  98. 98

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    3 models affected

    12
  99. 99

    A lamp not securely attached

    2 models affected

    12
  100. 100

    Reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface

    5 models affected

    12
  101. 101

    Reflector not securely attached

    4 models affected

    12
  102. 102

    Headlamp ‘on’ switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements

    4 models affected

    11
  103. 103

    A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    4 models affected

    11
  104. 104

    A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    4 models affected

    10
  105. 105

    A lamp missing or inoperative

    3 models affected

    9
  106. 106

    A lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    2 models affected

    8
  107. 107

    Lamp showing red light to the front, white light to the rear or has heavily reduced light intensity

    2 models affected

    8
  108. 108

    Rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps

    2 models affected

    8
  109. 109

    Indicator or hazard warning switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements

    2 models affected

    8
  110. 110

    A stop lamp switch with a delay in operation

    5 models affected

    8
  111. 111

    The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

    5 models affected

    8
  112. 112

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    2 models affected

    7
  113. 113

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    7
  114. 114

    Lamp showing red light to the front, white light to the rear or has heavily reduced light intensity

    1 models affected

    7
  115. 115

    Flexible brake hose slightly damaged, chafed or twisted

    3 models affected

    6
  116. 116

    Lamp not securely attached

    4 models affected

    6
  117. 117

    Headlamp emitted colour or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    4 models affected

    6
  118. 118

    A direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp

    2 models affected

    6
  119. 119

    Reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear

    4 models affected

    6
  120. 120

    A lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected

    3 models affected

    6
  121. 121

    Switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements or the rear position lamps can be switched off when the headlamps are on

    1 models affected

    5
  122. 122

    Front or rear fog lamp switch inoperative or not operating in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    5
  123. 123

    Obligatory mirror or device slightly damaged or loose

    3 models affected

    5
  124. 124

    The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

    3 models affected

    5
  125. 125

    A registration plate lamp not securely attached

    3 models affected

    5
  126. 126

    Stop lamps remain on when the brakes are released

    3 models affected

    5
  127. 127

    A stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp

    2 models affected

    5
  128. 128

    Indicator or hazard warning switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    5
  129. 129

    A lamp with a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity or changes emitted colour

    1 models affected

    4
  130. 130

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    2 models affected

    4
  131. 131

    Front or rear fog lamp switch inoperative or not operating in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    4
  132. 132

    Reflector colour or position not in accordance with the requirements

    2 models affected

    4
  133. 133

    A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    2 models affected

    4
  134. 134

    A front or rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    2 models affected

    4
  135. 135

    A stop lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    2 models affected

    4
  136. 136

    A lamp likely to become detached

    2 models affected

    4
  137. 137

    Headlamp ‘dip’ switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements

    3 models affected

    4
  138. 138

    A registration plate lamp likely to become detached

    2 models affected

    4
  139. 139

    A position lamp adversely affected by the operation of any other lamp

    1 models affected

    3
  140. 140

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    3
  141. 141

    A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    2 models affected

    3
  142. 142

    A reversing lamp lens defective

    2 models affected

    3
  143. 143

    A headlamp with up to ½ light sources not functioning in the case of LED

    1 models affected

    3
  144. 144

    A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    2 models affected

    3
  145. 145

    Headlamp ‘dip’ switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements

    2 models affected

    3
  146. 146

    A headlamp cleaning device inoperative

    2 models affected

    3
  147. 147

    A lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    1 models affected

    3
  148. 148

    A lamp not securely attached

    2 models affected

    3
  149. 149

    Lamp showing red light to the front, white light to the rear or has heavily reduced light intensity

    1 models affected

    3
  150. 150

    A lamp missing or inoperative

    2 models affected

    3
  151. 151

    Headlamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    3
  152. 152

    A towbar obstructing the registration plate or any lamp

    1 models affected

    2
  153. 153

    Reflector colour or position not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    2
  154. 154

    Flexible brake hose slightly damaged, chafed or twisted

    1 models affected

    2
  155. 155

    Reflector colour or position not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    2
  156. 156

    A stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp

    1 models affected

    2
  157. 157

    A reversing lamp not securely attached

    1 models affected

    2
  158. 158

    A lamp not securely attached

    1 models affected

    2
  159. 159

    Front or rear fog lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    2
  160. 160

    A stop lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    2
  161. 161

    Defective lens

    2 models affected

    2
  162. 162

    Light source and lamp not compatible

    1 models affected

    2
  163. 163

    A lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected

    1 models affected

    2
  164. 164

    A mandatory tell-tale for direction indicators or hazard warning missing or inoperative

    1 models affected

    2
  165. 165

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    2
  166. 166

    A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

    1 models affected

    2
  167. 167

    Reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    1 models affected

    2
  168. 168

    Headlamp reflector or lens seriously defective or missing

    1 models affected

    1
  169. 169

    Defective lens

    1 models affected

    1
  170. 170

    Lamp showing red light to the front, white light to the rear or has heavily reduced light intensity

    1 models affected

    1
  171. 171

    Low pressure warning gauge or indicator malfunctioning or defective

    1 models affected

    1
  172. 172

    Reflector likely to become detached

    1 models affected

    1
  173. 173

    Headlamp aim unable to be tested

    1 models affected

    1
  174. 174

    A stop lamp likely to become detached

    1 models affected

    1
  175. 175

    A daytime running lamp adversely affected by the operation of any other lamp

    1 models affected

    1
  176. 176

    The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

    1 models affected

    1
  177. 177

    The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

    1 models affected

    1
  178. 178

    A stop lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    1
  179. 179

    Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

    1 models affected

    1
  180. 180

    A mandatory tell-tale for main beam headlamp or rear fog lamp missing or inoperative

    1 models affected

    1
Glass & mirrors → 24 defect codes
2,052,247 fails
  1. 01

    Windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view

    1526 models affected

    1,095,022
  2. 02

    Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

    1205 models affected

    567,062
  3. 03

    Wiper blade defective

    1051 models affected

    274,964
  4. 04

    Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

    429 models affected

    65,097
  5. 05

    Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

    325 models affected

    49,666
  6. 06

    Windscreen or window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    34 models affected

    191
  7. 07

    Windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured and affecting the driver's view of the road or of an obligatory external mirror

    43 models affected

    91
  8. 08

    Obligatory mirror or device inoperative, excessively damaged or insecure

    14 models affected

    44
  9. 09

    Windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not affecting driver's view

    11 models affected

    25
  10. 10

    Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

    10 models affected

    19
  11. 11

    Wiper not operating or missing

    6 models affected

    19
  12. 12

    Windscreen or window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    6 models affected

    10
  13. 13

    Windscreen or window in an unacceptable condition e.g. due to excessive scratching

    5 models affected

    7
  14. 14

    Obligatory mirror or device inoperative, excessively damaged or insecure

    6 models affected

    7
  15. 15

    An obstruction within the driver's field of view that materially affects his view in front or to the sides outside the swept area of windscreen

    4 models affected

    7
  16. 16

    Obligatory mirror or device not providing an adequate view to the rear

    3 models affected

    3
  17. 17

    Windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured and affecting the driver's view of the road or of an obligatory external mirror

    3 models affected

    3
  18. 18

    Windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view

    2 models affected

    2
  19. 19

    Windscreen or window excessively tinted and visibility through swept area of windscreen or of an obligatory external mirror seriously affected

    1 models affected

    2
  20. 20

    Obligatory mirror or device missing

    2 models affected

    2
  21. 21

    Wiper not operating or missing

    1 models affected

    1
  22. 22

    An obstruction within the driver's field of view that materially affects his view in front or to the sides outside the swept area of windscreen

    1 models affected

    1
  23. 23

    Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected

    1 models affected

    1
  24. 24

    Windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured and affecting the driver's view of the road or of an obligatory external mirror

    1 models affected

    1
Tyres & wheels → 65 defect codes
1,798,128 fails
  1. 01

    Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

    1276 models affected

    1,039,051
  2. 02

    A tyre cords visible or damaged

    963 models affected

    374,115
  3. 03

    A tyre seriously damaged

    1002 models affected

    280,431
  4. 04

    A tyre seriously damaged

    445 models affected

    38,291
  5. 05

    A tyre seriously damaged

    266 models affected

    19,850
  6. 06

    Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

    323 models affected

    7,607
  7. 07

    A wheel bearing excessively rough

    14 models affected

    6,848
  8. 08

    Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.

    93 models affected

    5,946
  9. 09

    A wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud

    102 models affected

    5,558
  10. 10

    A tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

    188 models affected

    4,955
  11. 11

    A wheel bearing with excessive play

    20 models affected

    3,073
  12. 12

    Excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution.

    203 models affected

    2,971
  13. 13

    Any fracture or welding defect on a wheel

    32 models affected

    2,048
  14. 14

    A tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. This includes any lifting of the tread rubber

    132 models affected

    1,983
  15. 15

    Excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution

    165 models affected

    1,717
  16. 16

    A tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre

    89 models affected

    794
  17. 17

    A wheel bearing with excessive play

    74 models affected

    633
  18. 18

    A wheel bearing excessively rough

    43 models affected

    294
  19. 19

    Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

    49 models affected

    292
  20. 20

    Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

    15 models affected

    198
  21. 21

    A tyre cords visible or damaged

    56 models affected

    187
  22. 22

    Tyre obviously under inflated

    27 models affected

    165
  23. 23

    A tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall

    13 models affected

    127
  24. 24

    A tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber

    21 models affected

    119
  25. 25

    Braking effort not recording at a wheel

    5 models affected

    70
  26. 26

    Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.

    17 models affected

    65
  27. 27

    On a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel

    16 models affected

    60
  28. 28

    A tyre load capacity or speed rating not in accordance with the minimum requirements

    3 models affected

    53
  29. 29

    Braking effort inadequate at a wheel

    4 models affected

    49
  30. 30

    A tyre not fitted in compliance with the manufacturers sidewall instruction

    13 models affected

    46
  31. 31

    On a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is inadequate braking effort at a wheel

    10 models affected

    46
  32. 32

    A wheel badly distorted or wear between wheel and hub at spigot mounting

    13 models affected

    45
  33. 33

    Wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering

    7 models affected

    43
  34. 34

    Tyres on the same axle or on twin wheels are different sizes

    18 models affected

    42
  35. 35

    Wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering

    11 models affected

    42
  36. 36

    Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.

    3 models affected

    37
  37. 37

    A wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up or directional control impaired

    10 models affected

    36
  38. 38

    Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

    2 models affected

    32
  39. 39

    A tyre load capacity load capacity insufficient for the presented axle weight

    2 models affected

    29
  40. 40

    An unsuitable tyre fitted

    5 models affected

    28
  41. 41

    A wheel spindle locking device missing or ineffective

    3 models affected

    24
  42. 42

    A tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely to cause sudden deflation of the tyre

    5 models affected

    23
  43. 43

    A tyre fouling a part of the vehicle

    2 models affected

    17
  44. 44

    A tyre cords exposed or damaged

    7 models affected

    16
  45. 45

    A tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    5 models affected

    11
  46. 46

    A brake on any wheel grabbing severely

    6 models affected

    9
  47. 47

    Abnormal lag in brake operation on a wheel

    5 models affected

    7
  48. 48

    Excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution

    2 models affected

    6
  49. 49

    Any fracture or welding defect on a wheel

    1 models affected

    6
  50. 50

    A wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud

    1 models affected

    4
  51. 51

    A tyre load capacity or speed rating not in accordance with the minimum requirements

    1 models affected

    4
  52. 52

    A wheel with more than one loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud

    2 models affected

    4
  53. 53

    Excessive movement of centre of steering wheel up or down

    1 models affected

    3
  54. 54

    A wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up

    1 models affected

    2
  55. 55

    A wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected

    1 models affected

    2
  56. 56

    An unsuitable tyre fitted

    1 models affected

    2
  57. 57

    A spigot mounted wheel hub worn or damaged to the extent that wheel security is adversely affected

    1 models affected

    2
  58. 58

    A brake on any wheel grabbing severely

    1 models affected

    2
  59. 59

    Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.

    2 models affected

    2
  60. 60

    Tyres on the same axle or on twin wheels are different sizes

    1 models affected

    1
  61. 61

    Free play in the steering, measured at the rim of the steering wheel is excessive

    1 models affected

    1
  62. 62

    A wheel excessively corroded, damaged or distorted

    1 models affected

    1
  63. 63

    Abnormal lag in brake operation on a wheel

    1 models affected

    1
  64. 64

    A tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber

    1 models affected

    1
  65. 65

    a tyre retaining ring not correctly fitted

    1 models affected

    1
Suspension → 53 defect codes
2,811,579 fails
  1. 01

    A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

    407 models affected

    878,452
  2. 02

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    370 models affected

    405,437
  3. 03

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    402 models affected

    401,214
  4. 04

    A suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    334 models affected

    294,530
  5. 05

    The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

    296 models affected

    210,453
  6. 06

    A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

    292 models affected

    173,656
  7. 07

    A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

    120 models affected

    118,776
  8. 08

    A suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    123 models affected

    85,601
  9. 09

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    137 models affected

    82,238
  10. 10

    A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

    86 models affected

    45,786
  11. 11

    A shock absorber bush excessively worn

    35 models affected

    39,845
  12. 12

    A stub axle swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn

    5 models affected

    24,639
  13. 13

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    31 models affected

    15,098
  14. 14

    A suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    25 models affected

    12,504
  15. 15

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    25 models affected

    8,387
  16. 16

    A shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely

    275 models affected

    6,672
  17. 17

    A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

    3 models affected

    1,784
  18. 18

    A suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    6 models affected

    1,315
  19. 19

    A suspension component excessively damaged or corroded

    7 models affected

    1,126
  20. 20

    A shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely

    56 models affected

    909
  21. 21

    A suspension component excessively damaged or corroded

    7 models affected

    660
  22. 22

    A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

    3 models affected

    570
  23. 23

    The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

    3 models affected

    515
  24. 24

    A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

    15 models affected

    514
  25. 25

    A suspension component fractured or likely to fail

    6 models affected

    244
  26. 26

    A suspension pin, bush or joint likely to become detached

    16 models affected

    158
  27. 27

    A suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    6 models affected

    105
  28. 28

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    11 models affected

    82
  29. 29

    The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

    3 models affected

    64
  30. 30

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    2 models affected

    47
  31. 31

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    5 models affected

    42
  32. 32

    A suspension component missing, likely to become detached or directional stability impaired

    1 models affected

    24
  33. 33

    A shock absorber bush excessively worn

    3 models affected

    22
  34. 34

    A suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn

    2 models affected

    18
  35. 35

    A suspension component excessively damaged or corroded

    1 models affected

    15
  36. 36

    A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

    4 models affected

    13
  37. 37

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    3 models affected

    11
  38. 38

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    1 models affected

    9
  39. 39

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    3 models affected

    8
  40. 40

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    1 models affected

    7
  41. 41

    A suspension pin, bush or joint likely to become detached

    3 models affected

    6
  42. 42

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    1 models affected

    4
  43. 43

    A shock absorber which has negligible damping effect

    1 models affected

    3
  44. 44

    A suspension pin, bush or joint likely to become detached

    1 models affected

    2
  45. 45

    A shock absorber insecurely attached to chassis or axle

    1 models affected

    2
  46. 46

    A shock absorber missing or likely to become detached

    1 models affected

    2
  47. 47

    A suspension component excessively damaged or corroded

    1 models affected

    2
  48. 48

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    1 models affected

    2
  49. 49

    A stub axle swivel pin and/or bush insecure or directional stability is impaired

    1 models affected

    2
  50. 50

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    1 models affected

    1
  51. 51

    A suspension component insecurely attached to chassis or axle

    1 models affected

    1
  52. 52

    A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

    1 models affected

    1
  53. 53

    A suspension component insecurely attached

    1 models affected

    1
Brakes → 103 defect codes
1,413,370 fails
  1. 01

    a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

    1022 models affected

    626,711
  2. 02

    Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

    322 models affected

    339,904
  3. 03

    Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

    436 models affected

    236,438
  4. 04

    Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

    254 models affected

    92,270
  5. 05

    Brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn

    364 models affected

    43,139
  6. 06

    Parking brake inoperative on one side

    104 models affected

    28,569
  7. 07

    Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    95 models affected

    24,042
  8. 08

    Brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm

    279 models affected

    5,212
  9. 09

    Service brake efficiency below minimum requirement

    103 models affected

    4,711
  10. 10

    Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

    215 models affected

    2,955
  11. 11

    Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured

    121 models affected

    1,605
  12. 12

    Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

    5 models affected

    1,465
  13. 13

    Brake efficiency below minimum requirement

    128 models affected

    1,371
  14. 14

    Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    22 models affected

    1,222
  15. 15

    A flexible brake hose excessively damaged, deteriorated, chafed, twisted or stretched

    9 models affected

    1,081
  16. 16

    Brake control has insufficient reserve travel

    47 models affected

    602
  17. 17

    A brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc

    54 models affected

    340
  18. 18

    Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

    40 models affected

    297
  19. 19

    Brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn

    44 models affected

    296
  20. 20

    Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing, loose or worn smooth

    23 models affected

    236
  21. 21

    Brake control has insufficient reserve travel

    30 models affected

    181
  22. 22

    A brake hose ferrule excessively corroded

    5 models affected

    80
  23. 23

    Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured

    19 models affected

    72
  24. 24

    Brake fluid below minimum mark

    18 models affected

    64
  25. 25

    Brake performance unable to be tested

    10 models affected

    63
  26. 26

    Parking brake control missing, defective or inoperative

    10 models affected

    56
  27. 27

    Parking brake control missing, defective or inoperative

    14 models affected

    47
  28. 28

    A service brake control has insufficient reserve travel

    11 models affected

    44
  29. 29

    Brake fluid contaminated

    9 models affected

    24
  30. 30

    Brake fluid below minimum mark

    10 models affected

    22
  31. 31

    Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

    6 models affected

    21
  32. 32

    Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported

    4 models affected

    13
  33. 33

    A flexible brake hose excessively chafed, damaged, deteriorated, twisted or stretched

    1 models affected

    11
  34. 34

    Flexible brake hose excessively damaged, chafed, twisted or stretched

    8 models affected

    11
  35. 35

    Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported

    5 models affected

    10
  36. 36

    Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured

    3 models affected

    10
  37. 37

    Electronic parking brake MIL indicates a malfunction

    4 models affected

    8
  38. 38

    Brake calliper or cylinder leaking and braking performance not affected

    4 models affected

    8
  39. 39

    Brake efficiency below minimum requirement

    5 models affected

    7
  40. 40

    Parking brake control missing, defective or inoperative

    1 models affected

    7
  41. 41

    Master cylinder defective but brake still operating

    3 models affected

    6
  42. 42

    Brake lining or pad missing or incorrectly mounted

    3 models affected

    6
  43. 43

    Brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm

    2 models affected

    6
  44. 44

    Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing, loose or worn smooth

    2 models affected

    5
  45. 45

    a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

    4 models affected

    5
  46. 46

    Flexible brake hose excessively damaged, chafed, twisted or stretched

    1 models affected

    5
  47. 47

    Brake control not releasing correctly so that the functionality of brakes affected

    2 models affected

    5
  48. 48

    Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark

    2 models affected

    5
  49. 49

    a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc

    2 models affected

    4
  50. 50

    Brake control so positioned, bent or shortened that the brake cannot be readily applied.

    3 models affected

    4
  51. 51

    Brake fluid not visible

    2 models affected

    4
  52. 52

    Brake hoses or connections leaking

    2 models affected

    4
  53. 53

    Service brake efficiency below minimum requirement

    4 models affected

    4
  54. 54

    Brake performance unable to be tested

    3 models affected

    4
  55. 55

    Brake calliper or cylinder insecure or inadequately mounted and braking performance not affected

    1 models affected

    3
  56. 56

    Leaking brake pipe or connection on a hydraulic system

    1 models affected

    3
  57. 57

    Brake lining or pad missing or incorrectly mounted

    3 models affected

    3
  58. 58

    Excessive oil discharge from a compressor or brake valve

    1 models affected

    3
  59. 59

    Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured

    2 models affected

    3
  60. 60

    Brake calliper or cylinder insecure or inadequately mounted and braking performance affected

    2 models affected

    3
  61. 61

    Parking brake control missing, defective or inoperative

    1 models affected

    2
  62. 62

    Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark

    2 models affected

    2
  63. 63

    Brake calliper or cylinder insecure or inadequately mounted and braking performance not affected

    1 models affected

    2
  64. 64

    Brake calliper or cylinder has excessive travel of operating system indicating need for adjustment

    2 models affected

    2
  65. 65

    Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured

    1 models affected

    2
  66. 66

    Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark

    2 models affected

    2
  67. 67

    Flexible brake hose excessively damaged, chafed, twisted or stretched

    1 models affected

    2
  68. 68

    Brake control so positioned, bent or shortened that the brake cannot be readily applied.

    1 models affected

    2
  69. 69

    Brake control not releasing correctly

    2 models affected

    2
  70. 70

    Brake lining or pad missing or incorrectly mounted

    1 models affected

    2
  71. 71

    Brake lining or pad missing or incorrectly mounted

    1 models affected

    2
  72. 72

    Parking brake control missing, defective or inoperative

    1 models affected

    2
  73. 73

    Brake performance unable to be tested

    2 models affected

    2
  74. 74

    Brake fluid below minimum mark

    2 models affected

    2
  75. 75

    Brake calliper or cylinder insecure or inadequately mounted and braking performance affected

    1 models affected

    2
  76. 76

    Leaking brake pipe or connection on a hydraulic system

    1 models affected

    2
  77. 77

    Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark

    2 models affected

    2
  78. 78

    Brake calliper or cylinder insecure or inadequately mounted and braking performance not affected

    1 models affected

    1
  79. 79

    Leaking brake pipe or connection

    1 models affected

    1
  80. 80

    Brake pipe excessively damaged or excessively corroded

    1 models affected

    1
  81. 81

    Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured

    1 models affected

    1
  82. 82

    Brake efficiency below minimum requirement

    1 models affected

    1
  83. 83

    Service brake control not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected

    1 models affected

    1
  84. 84

    Brake hoses or connections leaking on air brake systems

    1 models affected

    1
  85. 85

    Service brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel

    1 models affected

    1
  86. 86

    Brake hose damaged and likely to fail

    1 models affected

    1
  87. 87

    Brake pipe is at imminent risk of failure or fracture

    1 models affected

    1
  88. 88

    Brake fluid contaminated

    1 models affected

    1
  89. 89

    Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    1 models affected

    1
  90. 90

    Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing, loose or worn smooth

    1 models affected

    1
  91. 91

    Parking brake lever pivot or ratchet mechanism obviously worn

    1 models affected

    1
  92. 92

    Brake performance unable to be tested

    1 models affected

    1
  93. 93

    Brake pipe is at imminent risk of failure or fracture

    1 models affected

    1
  94. 94

    Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

    1 models affected

    1
  95. 95

    Flexible brake hose excessively damaged, chafed, twisted or stretched

    1 models affected

    1
  96. 96

    Brake efficiency below minimum requirement

    1 models affected

    1
  97. 97

    Brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall

    1 models affected

    1
  98. 98

    Flexible brake hose excessively damaged, chafed, twisted or stretched

    1 models affected

    1
  99. 99

    Brake lining or pad missing or incorrectly mounted

    1 models affected

    1
  100. 100

    Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

    1 models affected

    1
  101. 101

    Brake control not releasing correctly

    1 models affected

    1
  102. 102

    Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing, loose or worn smooth

    1 models affected

    1
  103. 103

    Brake servo inoperative

    1 models affected

    1
Exhaust & emissions → 21 defect codes
1,020,441 fails
  1. 01

    A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated

    542 models affected

    535,592
  2. 02

    A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

    362 models affected

    393,304
  3. 03

    Exhaust system leaking or insecure

    146 models affected

    63,788
  4. 04

    Exhaust system leaking or insecure

    17 models affected

    15,473
  5. 05

    Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits

    63 models affected

    8,527
  6. 06

    Emissions levels exceed default limits

    36 models affected

    1,328
  7. 07

    Emissions levels exceed default limits

    23 models affected

    931
  8. 08

    Exhaust system leaking or insecure

    43 models affected

    429
  9. 09

    Exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted

    40 models affected

    338
  10. 10

    Emissions levels exceed default limits

    16 models affected

    314
  11. 11

    Emissions test unable to be completed

    11 models affected

    140
  12. 12

    Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits

    7 models affected

    98
  13. 13

    Emissions levels exceed default limits

    2 models affected

    43
  14. 14

    Emissions levels exceed default limits

    5 models affected

    32
  15. 15

    Emissions levels exceed default limits

    5 models affected

    28
  16. 16

    An exhaust silencer marked ‘NOT FOR ROAD USE’, ‘TRACK USE ONLY’ or similar words

    7 models affected

    23
  17. 17

    A transmission shaft bearing excessively worn

    1 models affected

    22
  18. 18

    Emissions test unable to be completed

    2 models affected

    17
  19. 19

    An induction or exhaust leak that could affect emissions levels

    1 models affected

    6
  20. 20

    Exhaust system leaking or insecure

    2 models affected

    5
  21. 21

    Emissions test unable to be completed

    1 models affected

    3
Steering → 27 defect codes
535,485 fails
  1. 01

    A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

    177 models affected

    253,001
  2. 02

    Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated

    213 models affected

    231,098
  3. 03

    Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

    39 models affected

    37,340
  4. 04

    Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

    70 models affected

    7,876
  5. 05

    Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated

    3 models affected

    2,202
  6. 06

    Steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play

    81 models affected

    1,272
  7. 07

    Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated

    45 models affected

    1,153
  8. 08

    Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

    2 models affected

    696
  9. 09

    Steering head bearings have excessive wear or play

    58 models affected

    647
  10. 10

    Power steering fluid level below minimum mark

    2 models affected

    78
  11. 11

    Steering ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated

    2 models affected

    26
  12. 12

    A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

    3 models affected

    23
  13. 13

    Steering box leaking oil

    3 models affected

    20
  14. 14

    Steering head bearings have excessive wear or play

    1 models affected

    15
  15. 15

    A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

    3 models affected

    11
  16. 16

    Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that steering or braking is likely to be adversely affected

    1 models affected

    6
  17. 17

    Excessive radial movement between the top of the steering column and the shaft indicating an excessively worn top bearing

    1 models affected

    3
  18. 18

    Steering linkage retaining or locking device missing or ineffective

    2 models affected

    3
  19. 19

    Steering head bearings in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected

    2 models affected

    3
  20. 20

    Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts, drag on the ground or the connectors for braking or steering disconnected

    1 models affected

    3
  21. 21

    A steering linkage component with an unsafe modification

    1 models affected

    2
  22. 22

    Steering linkage retaining or locking device missing or ineffective

    1 models affected

    2
  23. 23

    A steering linkage component with relative movement between components which should be fixed

    1 models affected

    1
  24. 24

    Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

    1 models affected

    1
  25. 25

    A steering linkage component fractured or deformed to the extent that steering is affected

    1 models affected

    1
  26. 26

    A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

    1 models affected

    1
  27. 27

    Steering linkage locking device missing or ineffective

    1 models affected

    1
Other → 101 defect codes
212,274 fails
  1. 01

    Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction

    284 models affected

    76,096
  2. 02

    Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer

    195 models affected

    42,069
  3. 03

    Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction

    233 models affected

    35,886
  4. 04

    A battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    111 models affected

    19,639
  5. 05

    Audible warning inoperative

    55 models affected

    12,919
  6. 06

    Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    326 models affected

    6,508
  7. 07

    Warning device shows system malfunction

    67 models affected

    4,745
  8. 08

    Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    201 models affected

    2,049
  9. 09

    Fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap

    6 models affected

    1,697
  10. 10

    A transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn

    116 models affected

    1,695
  11. 11

    Rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute

    107 models affected

    1,624
  12. 12

    Audible warning not working

    133 models affected

    1,484
  13. 13

    Smoke opacity levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limit

    18 models affected

    1,205
  14. 14

    A footrest missing or insecure

    60 models affected

    783
  15. 15

    Projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    67 models affected

    659
  16. 16

    A transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn

    35 models affected

    456
  17. 17

    ESC MIL indicates a system malfunction

    15 models affected

    409
  18. 18

    Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar

    61 models affected

    403
  19. 19

    Contaminated with oil, grease etc

    49 models affected

    329
  20. 20

    A door will not open using the relevant control or close properly

    4 models affected

    248
  21. 21

    Smoke opacity levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limit

    3 models affected

    138
  22. 22

    Rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute

    16 models affected

    126
  23. 23

    Fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap

    4 models affected

    116
  24. 24

    A transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn

    10 models affected

    104
  25. 25

    Smoke opacity levels exceed default limit

    7 models affected

    83
  26. 26

    A drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted

    4 models affected

    66
  27. 27

    A king pin loose in the axle beam

    1 models affected

    57
  28. 28

    Number plate showing an incorrect registration

    25 models affected

    48
  29. 29

    Number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off

    10 models affected

    46
  30. 30

    Audible warning sound not in accordance with requirements

    8 models affected

    46
  31. 31

    A transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail

    5 models affected

    40
  32. 32

    Number plate showing an incorrect registration

    18 models affected

    37
  33. 33

    Number plate inscription missing or illegible

    23 models affected

    36
  34. 34

    Missing break glass hammer (where required)

    3 models affected

    34
  35. 35

    A throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is affected

    7 models affected

    26
  36. 36

    A footrest missing or insecure

    5 models affected

    24
  37. 37

    A throttle control not functioning correctly

    9 models affected

    24
  38. 38

    Emission control equipment fitted by the manufacturer missing, obviously modified or obviously defective

    2 models affected

    23
  39. 39

    A bonnet that cannot be safely secured in the closed position

    1 models affected

    21
  40. 40

    A transmission belt or chain excessively tight

    5 models affected

    19
  41. 41

    A transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail

    4 models affected

    15
  42. 42

    A rider’s seat missing or insecure

    3 models affected

    15
  43. 43

    Number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off

    13 models affected

    15
  44. 44

    An engine mounting/bracket severely damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement

    3 models affected

    12
  45. 45

    Fuel tank, pipe or hose insecure

    2 models affected

    12
  46. 46

    Number plate missing or so insecure that it is likely to fall off

    7 models affected

    11
  47. 47

    EPS MIL indicating a system malfunction

    3 models affected

    10
  48. 48

    Rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute

    2 models affected

    10
  49. 49

    A driver's seat insecure

    2 models affected

    9
  50. 50

    Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock

    5 models affected

    9
  51. 51

    Air leak causing a noticeable drop in pressure or audible air leak

    1 models affected

    9
  52. 52

    Fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap

    2 models affected

    8
  53. 53

    Smoke opacity levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limit

    1 models affected

    7
  54. 54

    Actuator leaking and braking performance not affected

    3 models affected

    6
  55. 55

    Rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute

    2 models affected

    5
  56. 56

    Master cylinder leaking

    4 models affected

    5
  57. 57

    Number plate inscription missing or illegible

    3 models affected

    5
  58. 58

    Handlebar mounting insecure

    2 models affected

    5
  59. 59

    Function of the switch impaired

    1 models affected

    4
  60. 60

    A transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail

    1 models affected

    4
  61. 61

    Restriction in the movement of the handlebars from lock to lock

    3 models affected

    4
  62. 62

    Restriction in the movement of the handlebars from lock to lock

    3 models affected

    4
  63. 63

    An emergency exit sign missing

    1 models affected

    4
  64. 64

    Fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap

    2 models affected

    4
  65. 65

    Rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute

    1 models affected

    4
  66. 66

    Rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute

    1 models affected

    4
  67. 67

    Master cylinder reservoir cap missing

    2 models affected

    3
  68. 68

    A door will not open using the relevant control or close properly

    2 models affected

    3
  69. 69

    Retractable step not operating correctly.

    1 models affected

    3
  70. 70

    A 13 pin trailer socket not functioning correctly

    3 models affected

    3
  71. 71

    Warning device shows system malfunction

    3 models affected

    3
  72. 72

    Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock

    2 models affected

    3
  73. 73

    A driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended.

    3 models affected

    3
  74. 74

    A pillion seat insecure

    1 models affected

    2
  75. 75

    Emission control equipment fitted by the manufacturer missing, obviously modified or obviously defective

    1 models affected

    2
  76. 76

    Number plate inscription missing or illegible

    1 models affected

    2
  77. 77

    A cab step or step ring insecure

    1 models affected

    2
  78. 78

    A handgrip or footrest missing or insecure

    1 models affected

    2
  79. 79

    Master cylinder insecure

    1 models affected

    2
  80. 80

    An obvious leak from any part of the system

    1 models affected

    2
  81. 81

    Contaminated with oil, grease etc

    1 models affected

    2
  82. 82

    Lever or pedal pivot too tight

    1 models affected

    1
  83. 83

    Actuator leaking and braking performance affected

    1 models affected

    1
  84. 84

    Restriction in free movement of the braking system

    1 models affected

    1
  85. 85

    abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment or excessive wear

    1 models affected

    1
  86. 86

    Lever or pedal pivot has excessive wear or free play

    1 models affected

    1
  87. 87

    Number plate inscription missing or illegible

    1 models affected

    1
  88. 88

    track rod or drag link ends seriously misaligned

    1 models affected

    1
  89. 89

    abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment or excessive wear

    1 models affected

    1
  90. 90

    Actuator insecure or inadequately mounted and braking performance not affected

    1 models affected

    1
  91. 91

    A door will not open using the relevant control or close properly

    1 models affected

    1
  92. 92

    Bumper insecure or with damage likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted

    1 models affected

    1
  93. 93

    Cable, rod or joint insecure

    1 models affected

    1
  94. 94

    A door hinge, catch or pillar missing or insecure

    1 models affected

    1
  95. 95

    Cable, rod or joint insecure

    1 models affected

    1
  96. 96

    A door will not open using the relevant control or close properly

    1 models affected

    1
  97. 97

    A bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently

    1 models affected

    1
  98. 98

    A transmission joint, belt or chain excessively worn

    1 models affected

    1
  99. 99

    Emission control equipment fitted by the manufacturer missing, obviously modified or obviously defective

    1 models affected

    1
  100. 100

    A transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail

    1 models affected

    1
  101. 101

    Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached

    1 models affected

    1
Structure & seatbelts → 22 defect codes
71,212 fails
  1. 01

    Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

    82 models affected

    31,423
  2. 02

    The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

    112 models affected

    24,745
  3. 03

    Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point

    43 models affected

    10,014
  4. 04

    Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

    25 models affected

    3,193
  5. 05

    Seat belt buckle missing, damaged or not functioning as intended

    65 models affected

    586
  6. 06

    A body panel or body component damaged or corroded and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, or insecure

    15 models affected

    332
  7. 07

    Seat belt not functioning as intended or of an incorrect type

    19 models affected

    308
  8. 08

    Seat belt retractor not functioning as intended

    6 models affected

    237
  9. 09

    A seat belt webbing or flexible stalk significantly stretched or weakened

    7 models affected

    148
  10. 10

    A seat belt or flexible stalk damaged

    12 models affected

    116
  11. 11

    Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point

    1 models affected

    26
  12. 12

    A body panel or body component damaged or corroded and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, or insecure

    3 models affected

    23
  13. 13

    A spoke missing, cracked, excessively loose, bent or corroded

    1 models affected

    17
  14. 14

    A main load-bearing structural member corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

    2 models affected

    15
  15. 15

    Seat belt buckle missing, damaged or not functioning as intended

    3 models affected

    13
  16. 16

    A passenger seat with a defective structure or the backrest cannot be secured in the upright position.

    2 models affected

    4
  17. 17

    Seat belt buckle missing, damaged or not functioning as intended

    2 models affected

    3
  18. 18

    Forks or fork yoke fractured, insecure, excessively deformed or excessively corroded

    1 models affected

    3
  19. 19

    A spoke missing, cracked, excessively loose, bent or corroded

    1 models affected

    2
  20. 20

    Component excessively worn or corroded

    1 models affected

    2
  21. 21

    Forks or fork yoke fractured, insecure, excessively deformed or excessively corroded

    1 models affected

    1
  22. 22

    Handlebar fractured, excessively deformed or excessively corroded

    1 models affected

    1