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Motorcycles

Most-tested UK motorcycles

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Motorcycles only — Sorted by total MOT tests recorded for the model in the latest DVSA release.

  1. 01

    Jaguar XJ

    57,642 tests · 91,294 avg mi · 81.3% pass

    57,642

    57,642 tests in the dataset makes the XJ one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 91k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 81.3% of the time; when it doesn't, a torn suspension dust cover and a number-plate lamp out are the most common culprits. Owner view: More engaging to drive than German rivals. Characterful. Diesel is very strong.…

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    Triumph Bonneville

    25,789 tests · 10,622 avg mi · 90.8% pass

    25,789

    25,789 tests in the dataset makes the Bonneville one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 11k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 90.8% of the time; when it doesn't, tyre tread under the limit and brake pads worn below 1.0 mm are the most common culprits. 4.9% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

  3. 03

    Triumph Tiger

    23,491 tests · 22,032 avg mi · 91.3% pass

    23,491

    23,491 tests in the dataset makes the Tiger one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 22k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 91.3% of the time; when it doesn't, brake pads worn below 1.0 mm and a non-functioning shock absorber are the most common culprits. 3.2% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

  4. 04

    Piaggio Vespa

    22,200 tests · 10,700 avg mi · 87.8% pass

    22,200

    22,200 tests in the dataset makes the Vespa one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 11k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 87.8% of the time; when it doesn't, tyre tread under the limit and A headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED are the most common culprits. 4.3% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Yamaha MT

    15,234 tests · 15,798 avg mi · 87.7% pass

    15,234

    15,234 tests in the dataset makes the MT one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 16k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 87.7% of the time; when it doesn't, tyre tread under the limit and brake pads worn below 1.0 mm are the most common culprits. 5.6% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    BMW R1200

    14,969 tests · 26,833 avg mi · 94.2% pass

    14,969

    14,969 tests in the dataset makes the R1200 one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 27k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 94.2% of the time; when it doesn't, brake pads worn below 1.0 mm and tyre tread under the limit are the most common culprits. 2.2% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    BMW R Series

    14,916 tests · 39,841 avg mi · 91.3% pass

    14,916

    14,916 tests in the dataset makes the R Series one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 40k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 91.3% of the time; when it doesn't, tyre tread under the limit and brake pads worn below 1.0 mm are the most common culprits. Owner view: Easy to drive, comfortable and practical, the Honda Jazz is everything a…

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    BMW S 1000

    13,803 tests · 14,238 avg mi · 91.9% pass

    13,803

    13,803 tests in the dataset makes the S 1000 one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 14k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 91.9% of the time; when it doesn't, a non-conforming number plate and a missing rear reflector are the most common culprits. 4.3% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Honda Cbr

    12,576 tests · 16,109 avg mi · 85.7% pass

    12,576

    12,576 tests in the dataset makes the Cbr one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 16k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 85.7% of the time; when it doesn't, a non-functioning shock absorber and tyre tread under the limit are the most common culprits. 5.5% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs

    11,980 tests · 39,646 avg mi · 80.5% pass

    11,980

    11,980 tests in the dataset makes the Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 40k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 80.5% of the time; when it doesn't, brake pads worn below 1.0 mm and tyre tread under the limit are the most common culprits. 6.6% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    BMW R1250

    11,348 tests · 14,659 avg mi · 95.5% pass

    11,348

    11,348 tests in the dataset makes the R1250 one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 15k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 95.5% of the time; when it doesn't, uneven braking force and tyre tread under the limit are the most common culprits.

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    Honda Crf

    9,917 tests · 11,961 avg mi · 92.3% pass

    9,917

    9,917 tests in the dataset makes the Crf one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 12k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 92.3% of the time; when it doesn't, a non-functioning shock absorber and A wheel bearing with excessive play are the most common culprits. 3.2% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    BMW R 1200

    9,557 tests · 25,035 avg mi · 94.9% pass

    9,557

    9,557 tests in the dataset makes the R 1200 one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 25k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 94.9% of the time; when it doesn't, brake pads worn below 1.0 mm and tyre tread under the limit are the most common culprits.

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    Yamaha Yzf R1

    9,506 tests · 22,673 avg mi · 87.5% pass

    9,506

    9,506 tests in the dataset makes the Yzf R1 one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 23k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 87.5% of the time; when it doesn't, a missing rear reflector and a non-conforming number plate are the most common culprits. 6.1% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Honda Cbr600f

    9,304 tests · 31,173 avg mi · 85.3% pass

    9,304

    9,304 tests in the dataset makes the Cbr600f one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 31k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 85.3% of the time; when it doesn't, a non-functioning shock absorber and Rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute are the most common culprits. 5.1% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Jaguar Xjs

    9,099 tests · 81,954 avg mi · 81.2% pass

    9,099

    9,099 tests in the dataset makes the Xjs one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 82k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 81.2% of the time; when it doesn't, a binding brake and a weak handbrake are the most common culprits. 2.7% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Honda Cbr900rr

    8,883 tests · 30,300 avg mi · 87.6% pass

    8,883

    8,883 tests in the dataset makes the Cbr900rr one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 30k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 87.6% of the time; when it doesn't, a non-functioning shock absorber and tyre tread under the limit are the most common culprits. 5.3% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Triumph Sprint

    8,465 tests · 30,209 avg mi · 86.7% pass

    8,465

    8,465 tests in the dataset makes the Sprint one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 30k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 86.7% of the time; when it doesn't, a non-functioning shock absorber and tyre tread under the limit are the most common culprits. 4.5% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Yamaha Unclassified

    8,032 tests · 19,284 avg mi · 85.6% pass

    8,032

    8,032 tests in the dataset makes the Unclassified one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 19k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 85.6% of the time; when it doesn't, worn suspension bushes and a non-functioning shock absorber are the most common culprits. 5.5% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Triumph Speed Triple

    7,848 tests · 17,753 avg mi · 88.1% pass

    7,848

    7,848 tests in the dataset makes the Speed Triple one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 18k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 88.1% of the time; when it doesn't, a non-functioning shock absorber and tyre tread under the limit are the most common culprits. 5.0% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Honda Nsc

    7,580 tests · 29,181 avg mi · 78.1% pass

    7,580

    7,580 tests in the dataset makes the Nsc one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 29k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 78.1% of the time; when it doesn't, tyre tread under the limit and a non-functioning shock absorber are the most common culprits. 7.3% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Kawasaki ZX 6R

    7,540 tests · 27,605 avg mi · 81.2% pass

    7,540

    7,540 tests in the dataset makes the ZX 6R one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 28k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 81.2% of the time; when it doesn't, a non-functioning shock absorber and tyre tread under the limit are the most common culprits. 6.1% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Suzuki Gsxr600

    7,254 tests · 25,961 avg mi · 81.2% pass

    7,254

    7,254 tests in the dataset makes the Gsxr600 one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 26k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 81.2% of the time; when it doesn't, Rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute and a non-functioning shock absorber are the most common culprits. 7.0% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Triumph Street

    7,099 tests · 9,386 avg mi · 91.2% pass

    7,099

    7,099 tests in the dataset makes the Street one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 9k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 91.2% of the time; when it doesn't, brake pads worn below 1.0 mm and Audible warning not working are the most common culprits. 4.5% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Honda Cbr1100xx

    6,933 tests · 40,592 avg mi · 87.9% pass

    6,933

    6,933 tests in the dataset makes the Cbr1100xx one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 41k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 87.9% of the time; when it doesn't, tyre tread under the limit and a non-functioning shock absorber are the most common culprits. 3.5% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Triumph Daytona

    6,872 tests · 22,208 avg mi · 85.6% pass

    6,872

    6,872 tests in the dataset makes the Daytona one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 22k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 85.6% of the time; when it doesn't, a non-functioning shock absorber and Audible warning not working are the most common culprits. 5.0% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Yamaha Fzs600

    6,526 tests · 33,245 avg mi · 83.0% pass

    6,526

    6,526 tests in the dataset makes the Fzs600 one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 33k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 83.0% of the time; when it doesn't, tyre tread under the limit and a non-functioning shock absorber are the most common culprits. 6.7% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Suzuki Sv650

    6,331 tests · 28,117 avg mi · 80.4% pass

    6,331

    6,331 tests in the dataset makes the Sv650 one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 28k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 80.4% of the time; when it doesn't, a non-functioning shock absorber and Rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute are the most common culprits. 7.3% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Kawasaki ZX

    6,326 tests · 16,597 avg mi · 90.1% pass

    6,326

    6,326 tests in the dataset makes the ZX one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 17k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 90.1% of the time; when it doesn't, tyre tread under the limit and a non-functioning shock absorber are the most common culprits. 5.5% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.

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    Yamaha Yzf

    6,188 tests · 21,366 avg mi · 72.2% pass

    6,188

    6,188 tests in the dataset makes the Yzf one of Britain's most thoroughly documented cars, clocking an average of 21k miles when it rolls into the test bay. It passes first time 72.2% of the time; when it doesn't, a non-functioning shock absorber and a missing rear reflector are the most common culprits. 7.3% of that total are pass-after-rectification, confirming most faults are caught and fixed on the day.