Hyosung Rx 125 Sm MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 125 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 36.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Hyosung Rx 125 Sm MOT Reliability Overview
The Hyosung Rx 125 Sm is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 125 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.0% and a failure rate of 36.0%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Hyosung Rx 125 Sm earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Hyosung Rx 125 Sm presents for MOT with approximately 8,416 miles on the clock. The 2008 manufacture year performs best with a 59.7% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Hyosung Rx 125 Sm is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 36.8% 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 drive system at 21.6%. Motorcycle tyres and wheels rounds out the top three at 20.0%. 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 Lighting And Signalling | 46.4% | 58 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Drive System | 25.6% | 32 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 23.2% | 29 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 21.6% | 27 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Brakes | 19.2% | 24 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 10.4% | 13 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 5.6% | 7 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 5.6% | 7 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Suspension | 4.0% | 5 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 3.2% | 4 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 2.4% | 3 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.4% | 3 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.6% | 2 |
| 14 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.6% | 2 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 8,416 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 | 55.13 | 46.4% | 58 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 30.42 | 25.6% | 32 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 27.57 | 23.2% | 29 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 25.67 | 21.6% | 27 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 22.81 | 19.2% | 24 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 12.36 | 10.4% | 13 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 6.65 | 5.6% | 7 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 6.65 | 5.6% | 7 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 4.75 | 4.0% | 5 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 3.80 | 3.2% | 4 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 2.85 | 2.4% | 3 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 2.85 | 2.4% | 3 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 1.90 | 1.6% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.90 | 1.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.95 | 0.8% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Hyosung Rx 125 Sm has 8,416 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 Rx 125 Sm has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 42.78% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Hyosung Rx 125 Sm MOT Data
The Hyosung Rx 125 Sm is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 125 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.0% and a failure rate of 36.0%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Hyosung Rx 125 Sm 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 drive system 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 Rx 125 Sm is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 36.8% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 36.8% of MOT failures on the Hyosung Rx 125 Sm. 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 — 21.6% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 21.6% of MOT failures on the Hyosung Rx 125 Sm. 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.
Motorcycle tyres and wheels — 20.0% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 20.0% of MOT failures on the Hyosung Rx 125 Sm. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Hyosung Rx 125 Sm?
Based on 125 MOT tests in our database, the Hyosung Rx 125 Sm has an overall pass rate of 64.0% (36.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Hyosung Rx 125 Sm?
The top 3 reasons a Hyosung Rx 125 Sm fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (36.8%), 2. Motorcycle drive system (21.6%), 3. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (20.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Hyosung Rx 125 Sm reliable?
With a 36.0% MOT failure rate, the Rx 125 Sm is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Hyosung Rx 125 Sm?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (36.8%); Motorcycle drive system (21.6%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (20.0%). 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.