Harley-davidson Trail MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 31 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 29.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Harley-davidson Trail MOT Reliability Overview
The Harley-davidson Trail is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 31 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.0% and a failure rate of 29.0%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Harley-davidson Trail earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Harley-davidson Trail presents for MOT with approximately 19,909 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Harley-davidson Trail is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 29.0% 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 structure and attachments at 25.8%. Motorcycle suspension rounds out the top three at 19.4%. 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
* 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 | 29.0% | 9 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 25.8% | 8 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Suspension | 19.4% | 6 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 9.7% | 3 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 6.5% | 2 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 6.5% | 2 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Brakes | 6.5% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 19,909 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 | 14.58 | 29.0% | 9 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 12.96 | 25.8% | 8 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 9.72 | 19.4% | 6 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 4.86 | 9.7% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 3.24 | 6.5% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 3.24 | 6.5% | 2 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 3.24 | 6.5% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Harley-davidson Trail has 19,909 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 Harley-davidson Trail has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 14.57% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Harley-davidson Trail MOT Data
The Harley-davidson Trail is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 31 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.0% and a failure rate of 29.0%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Harley-davidson Trail owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle structure and attachments 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 Trail is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 29.0% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 29.0% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Trail. 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 structure and attachments — 25.8% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 25.8% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Trail. Motorcycle structure and attachments 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 suspension — 19.4% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 19.4% of MOT failures on the Harley-davidson Trail. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Harley-davidson Trail?
Based on 31 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Harley-davidson Trail has an overall pass rate of 71.0% (29.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Harley-davidson Trail?
The top 3 reasons a Harley-davidson Trail fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (29.0%), 2. Motorcycle structure and attachments (25.8%), 3. Motorcycle suspension (19.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Harley-davidson Trail reliable?
With a 29.0% MOT failure rate, the Trail is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Harley-davidson Trail?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (29.0%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (25.8%); Motorcycle suspension (19.4%). 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.