Kymco Super 9 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 2,358 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 34.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Kymco Super 9 MOT Reliability Overview
The Kymco Super 9 is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,358 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.7% and a failure rate of 34.3%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Kymco Super 9 earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Kymco Super 9 presents for MOT with approximately 13,521 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2010 models achieve the highest pass rate at 80.6%, while 2001 models have the lowest at 46.3%. This 34.3 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Kymco Super 9 is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 23.1% 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 brakes at 20.2%. Motorcycle lighting and signalling rounds out the top three at 19.8%. 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
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Kymco Super 9. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 8 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Kymco Super 9 shows a moderate increase in MOT failures after warranty. The 26% increase is typical — plan for gradual maintenance cost increases. Peak failure occurs at age 7 (41.4% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
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 | 30.6% | 722 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 26.1% | 616 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 25.2% | 594 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 13.6% | 321 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 6.9% | 162 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 3.4% | 81 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.2% | 53 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.1% | 26 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.9% | 21 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.9% | 21 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.8% | 20 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.6% | 14 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.4% | 9 |
| 14 | Items Not Tested | 0.3% | 7 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.3% | 6 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 13,521 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 | 22.65 | 30.6% | 722 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 19.32 | 26.1% | 616 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 18.63 | 25.2% | 594 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 10.07 | 13.6% | 321 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 5.08 | 6.9% | 162 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 2.54 | 3.4% | 81 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.66 | 2.2% | 53 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.82 | 1.1% | 26 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.66 | 0.9% | 21 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.66 | 0.9% | 21 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.63 | 0.8% | 20 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.44 | 0.6% | 14 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.28 | 0.4% | 9 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.22 | 0.3% | 7 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.19 | 0.3% | 6 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Kymco Super 9 has 13,521 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 Kymco Super 9 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 25.37% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Kymco Super 9 MOT Data
The Kymco Super 9 is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,358 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.7% and a failure rate of 34.3%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Kymco Super 9 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 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 Super 9 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 23.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 23.1% of MOT failures on the Kymco Super 9. 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 brakes — 20.2% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 20.2% of MOT failures on the Kymco Super 9. 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 lighting and signalling — 19.8% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 19.8% of MOT failures on the Kymco Super 9. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Kymco Super 9?
Based on 2,358 MOT tests in our database, the Kymco Super 9 has an overall pass rate of 65.7% (34.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kymco Super 9?
The top 3 reasons a Kymco Super 9 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (23.1%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (20.2%), 3. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (19.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Kymco Super 9 reliable?
With a 34.3% MOT failure rate, the Super 9 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Kymco Super 9?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (23.1%); Motorcycle brakes (20.2%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (19.8%). 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.