Hyosung Gv250 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,271 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 22.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Hyosung Gv250 MOT Reliability Overview
The Hyosung Gv250 is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,271 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 11 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.5% and a failure rate of 22.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Hyosung Gv250 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Hyosung Gv250 presents for MOT with approximately 13,018 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2011 models achieve the highest pass rate at 84.3%, while 2003 models have the lowest at 69.1%. This 15.2 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Hyosung Gv250 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 13.0% 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 brakes at 9.2%. Motorcycle drive system rounds out the top three at 6.1%. 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.
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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 | 14.9% | 189 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 9.9% | 126 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Drive System | 7.0% | 89 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 5.5% | 70 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 4.6% | 59 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 3.5% | 45 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 3.3% | 42 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.0% | 25 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.3% | 17 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.9% | 11 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.8% | 10 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.6% | 7 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.6% | 7 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.5% | 6 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.3% | 4 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 13,018 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 | 11.42 | 14.9% | 189 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 7.62 | 9.9% | 126 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 5.38 | 7.0% | 89 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 4.23 | 5.5% | 70 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 3.57 | 4.6% | 59 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 2.72 | 3.5% | 45 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 2.54 | 3.3% | 42 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.51 | 2.0% | 25 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.03 | 1.3% | 17 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.66 | 0.9% | 11 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.60 | 0.8% | 10 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.42 | 0.6% | 7 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.42 | 0.6% | 7 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.36 | 0.5% | 6 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.24 | 0.3% | 4 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Hyosung Gv250 has 13,018 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 Hyosung Gv250 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 17.28% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Hyosung Gv250 MOT Data
The Hyosung Gv250 is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,271 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 11 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.5% and a failure rate of 22.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Hyosung Gv250 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 brakes 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 Gv250 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 13.0% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 13.0% of MOT failures on the Hyosung Gv250. 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 brakes — 9.2% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 9.2% of MOT failures on the Hyosung Gv250. 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 drive system — 6.1% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 6.1% of MOT failures on the Hyosung Gv250. 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 Hyosung Gv250?
Based on 1,271 MOT tests in our database, the Hyosung Gv250 has an overall pass rate of 77.5% (22.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Hyosung Gv250?
The top 3 reasons a Hyosung Gv250 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (13.0%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (9.2%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (6.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Hyosung Gv250 reliable?
With a 22.5% MOT failure rate, the Gv250 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Hyosung Gv250?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (13.0%); Motorcycle brakes (9.2%); Motorcycle drive system (6.1%). 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.