Ajs 125 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 45 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 57.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ajs 125 MOT Reliability Overview
The Ajs 125 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 45 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 42.2% and a failure rate of 57.8%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ajs 125 earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Ajs 125 presents for MOT with approximately 12,512 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Ajs 125 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 42.2% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle drive system at 20.0%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 17.8%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 48.9% | 22 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Drive System | 24.4% | 11 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 20.0% | 9 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 17.8% | 8 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 13.3% | 6 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 8.9% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.7% | 3 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 4.4% | 2 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 4.4% | 2 |
| 10 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.2% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 2.2% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 2.2% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Suspension | 2.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 12,512 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 39.07 | 48.9% | 22 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 19.54 | 24.4% | 11 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 15.98 | 20.0% | 9 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 14.21 | 17.8% | 8 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 10.66 | 13.3% | 6 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 7.10 | 8.9% | 4 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 5.33 | 6.7% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 3.55 | 4.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 3.55 | 4.4% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.78 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 1.78 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 1.78 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.78 | 2.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ajs 125 has 12,512 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Ajs 125 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 46.20% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Ajs 125 MOT Data
The Ajs 125 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 45 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 42.2% and a failure rate of 57.8%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ajs 125 owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle drive system for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 125 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 42.2% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 42.2% of MOT failures on the Ajs 125. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle drive system — 20.0% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 20.0% of MOT failures on the Ajs 125. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle brakes — 17.8% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 17.8% of MOT failures on the Ajs 125. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Ajs 125?
Based on 45 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Ajs 125 has an overall pass rate of 42.2% (57.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ajs 125?
The top 3 reasons a Ajs 125 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (42.2%), 2. Motorcycle drive system (20.0%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (17.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ajs 125 reliable?
With a 57.8% MOT failure rate, the 125 is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ajs 125?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (42.2%); Motorcycle drive system (20.0%); Motorcycle brakes (17.8%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.