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Jinlun Jl125-11 MOT Pass Rate

Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 36 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 33.3%.

66.7%
Pass Rate
33.3%
Fail Rate
36
Total Tests
Motorcycle steering and suspension
Top Failure

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

Jinlun Jl125-11 MOT Reliability Overview

The Jinlun Jl125-11 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 36 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.7% and a failure rate of 33.3%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.

Based on this data, the Jinlun Jl125-11 earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Jinlun Jl125-11 presents for MOT with approximately 9,066 miles on the clock.

The most common MOT failure for the Jinlun Jl125-11 is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 36.1% 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 19.4%. Motorcycle brakes 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.

⚠ Based on limited data (36 tests)

Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle steering and suspension 36.1%
Motorcycle lighting and signalling 19.4%
Motorcycle brakes 19.4%
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* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Steering And Suspension36.1%13
2Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling25.0%9
3Motorcycle Brakes19.4%7
4Motorcycle Suspension8.3%3
5Motorcycle Drive System5.6%2
6Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors5.6%2
7Motorcycle Structure And Attachments2.8%1
8Motorcycle Body And Structure2.8%1
9Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust2.8%1
10Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels2.8%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 9,066 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle steering and suspension39.83% per 10K miMotorcycle lighting and signalling27.58% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes21.45% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension9.19% per 10K miMotorcycle drive system6.13% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors6.13% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments3.06% per 10K miMotorcycle body and structure3.06% per 10K miMotorcycle fuel and exhaust3.06% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres and wheels3.06% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle steering and suspension39.8336.1%13
Motorcycle lighting and signalling27.5825.0%9
Motorcycle brakes21.4519.4%7
Motorcycle suspension9.198.3%3
Motorcycle drive system6.135.6%2
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors6.135.6%2
Motorcycle structure and attachments3.062.8%1
Motorcycle body and structure3.062.8%1
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust3.062.8%1
Motorcycle tyres and wheels3.062.8%1

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Mileage at MOT

9,066
Mean
8,283
Median
4,742
25th Percentile
13,239
75th Percentile

The average Jinlun Jl125-11 has 9,066 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.

36.73%
Fail Rate per 10K Miles
Average across all makes: 5.38%
33.3%
Overall Fail Rate
9,066 avg miles
🔴 Poor — above average failure rate

The Jinlun Jl125-11 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 36.73% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.

About Jinlun Jl125-11 MOT Data

The Jinlun Jl125-11 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 36 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.7% and a failure rate of 33.3%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.

For Jinlun Jl125-11 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. 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 Jl125-11 is likely to perform.

Motorcycle steering and suspension — 36.1% of failures

Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 36.1% of MOT failures on the Jinlun Jl125-11. 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 — 19.4% of failures

Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 19.4% of MOT failures on the Jinlun Jl125-11. 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 — 19.4% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 19.4% of MOT failures on the Jinlun Jl125-11. 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).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for the Jinlun Jl125-11?

Based on 36 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Jinlun Jl125-11 has an overall pass rate of 66.7% (33.3% fail rate).

What are the most common MOT failures on a Jinlun Jl125-11?

The top 3 reasons a Jinlun Jl125-11 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (36.1%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (19.4%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (19.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.

Is the Jinlun Jl125-11 reliable?

With a 33.3% MOT failure rate, the Jl125-11 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.

What should I check before an MOT on my Jinlun Jl125-11?

Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (36.1%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (19.4%); Motorcycle brakes (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.

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