Ajs Dd125 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 191 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 36.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ajs Dd125 MOT Reliability Overview
The Ajs Dd125 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 191 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.9% and a failure rate of 36.1%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ajs Dd125 earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Ajs Dd125 presents for MOT with approximately 6,578 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2009 models achieve the highest pass rate at 69.4%, while 2008 models have the lowest at 57.6%. This 11.8 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Ajs Dd125 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 32.5% 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 steering and suspension at 14.7%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 14.1%. 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
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* 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 | 35.6% | 68 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 16.2% | 31 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 14.1% | 27 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 11.5% | 22 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Drive System | 10.5% | 20 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 9.4% | 18 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 6.3% | 12 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 4.7% | 9 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Suspension | 4.7% | 9 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Tyres | 3.7% | 7 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.6% | 5 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 1.6% | 3 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.6% | 3 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.0% | 2 |
| 15 | Items Not Tested | 1.0% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 6,578 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 | 54.12 | 35.6% | 68 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 24.67 | 16.2% | 31 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 21.49 | 14.1% | 27 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 17.51 | 11.5% | 22 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 15.92 | 10.5% | 20 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 14.33 | 9.4% | 18 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 9.55 | 6.3% | 12 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 7.16 | 4.7% | 9 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 7.16 | 4.7% | 9 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 5.57 | 3.7% | 7 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 3.98 | 2.6% | 5 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 2.39 | 1.6% | 3 |
| Motorcycle steering | 2.39 | 1.6% | 3 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.59 | 1.0% | 2 |
| Items Not Tested | 1.59 | 1.0% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ajs Dd125 has 6,578 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 Dd125 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 54.88% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Ajs Dd125 MOT Data
The Ajs Dd125 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 191 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.9% and a failure rate of 36.1%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ajs Dd125 owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle steering and suspension 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 Dd125 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 32.5% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 32.5% of MOT failures on the Ajs Dd125. 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 steering and suspension — 14.7% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 14.7% of MOT failures on the Ajs Dd125. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle brakes — 14.1% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 14.1% of MOT failures on the Ajs Dd125. 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 Dd125?
Based on 191 MOT tests in our database, the Ajs Dd125 has an overall pass rate of 63.9% (36.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ajs Dd125?
The top 3 reasons a Ajs Dd125 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (32.5%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (14.7%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (14.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ajs Dd125 reliable?
With a 36.1% MOT failure rate, the Dd125 is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ajs Dd125?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (32.5%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (14.7%); Motorcycle brakes (14.1%). 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.