Ccm Sm125 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 50 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 56.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ccm Sm125 MOT Reliability Overview
The Ccm Sm125 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 50 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 44.0% and a failure rate of 56.0%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ccm Sm125 earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Ccm Sm125 presents for MOT with approximately 9,191 miles on the clock. The 2009 manufacture year performs best with a 48.5% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Ccm Sm125 is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 50.0% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 48.0%. Motorcycle drive system rounds out the top three at 32.0%. 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 Steering And Suspension | 64.0% | 32 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 52.0% | 26 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Drive System | 34.0% | 17 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Brakes | 28.0% | 14 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 26.0% | 13 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 10.0% | 5 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.0% | 3 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 6.0% | 3 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 6.0% | 3 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 6.0% | 3 |
| 11 | Items Not Tested | 4.0% | 2 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 2.0% | 1 |
| 13 | Non-component Advisories | 2.0% | 1 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,191 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 steering and suspension | 69.63 | 64.0% | 32 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 56.58 | 52.0% | 26 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 36.99 | 34.0% | 17 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 30.46 | 28.0% | 14 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 28.29 | 26.0% | 13 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 10.88 | 10.0% | 5 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 6.53 | 6.0% | 3 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 6.53 | 6.0% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 6.53 | 6.0% | 3 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 6.53 | 6.0% | 3 |
| Items Not Tested | 4.35 | 4.0% | 2 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 2.18 | 2.0% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 2.18 | 2.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 2.18 | 2.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ccm Sm125 has 9,191 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 Ccm Sm125 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 60.93% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Ccm Sm125 MOT Data
The Ccm Sm125 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 50 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 44.0% and a failure rate of 56.0%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ccm Sm125 owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle steering and suspension 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 Sm125 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 50.0% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 50.0% of MOT failures on the Ccm Sm125. 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 lighting and signalling — 48.0% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 48.0% of MOT failures on the Ccm Sm125. 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 — 32.0% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 32.0% of MOT failures on the Ccm Sm125. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Ccm Sm125?
Based on 50 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Ccm Sm125 has an overall pass rate of 44.0% (56.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ccm Sm125?
The top 3 reasons a Ccm Sm125 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (50.0%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (48.0%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (32.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ccm Sm125 reliable?
With a 56.0% MOT failure rate, the Sm125 is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ccm Sm125?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (50.0%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (48.0%); Motorcycle drive system (32.0%). 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.