Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 78 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 32.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo MOT Reliability Overview
The Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 78 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.9% and a failure rate of 32.1%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo presents for MOT with approximately 9,010 miles on the clock. The 2013 manufacture year performs best with a 68.2% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 29.5% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 17.9%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 15.4%. 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 Brakes | 29.5% | 23 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 17.9% | 14 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 15.4% | 12 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Suspension | 7.7% | 6 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 6.4% | 5 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering | 6.4% | 5 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 5.1% | 4 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.6% | 2 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.6% | 2 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.6% | 2 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.3% | 1 |
| 12 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,010 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 brakes | 32.73 | 29.5% | 23 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 19.92 | 17.9% | 14 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 17.08 | 15.4% | 12 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 8.54 | 7.7% | 6 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 7.11 | 6.4% | 5 |
| Motorcycle steering | 7.11 | 6.4% | 5 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 5.69 | 5.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 2.85 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.85 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 2.85 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 1.42 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.42 | 1.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo has 9,010 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 Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 35.63% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo MOT Data
The Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 78 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.9% and a failure rate of 32.1%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 29.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 29.5% of MOT failures on the Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo. 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).
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 17.9% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 17.9% of MOT failures on the Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo. 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 lamps and reflectors — 15.4% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 15.4% of MOT failures on the Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo?
Based on 78 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo has an overall pass rate of 67.9% (32.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo?
The top 3 reasons a Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (29.5%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (17.9%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (15.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo reliable?
With a 32.1% MOT failure rate, the Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Baotian Bt 49 Qt-9r Apollo?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (29.5%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (17.9%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (15.4%). 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.