Kymco Unclassified MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 897 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 20.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Kymco Unclassified MOT Reliability Overview
The Kymco Unclassified is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 897 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 11 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.5% and a failure rate of 20.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Kymco Unclassified earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Kymco Unclassified presents for MOT with approximately 10,915 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2017 models achieve the highest pass rate at 98.9%, while 2005 models have the lowest at 65.4%. This 33.5 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Kymco Unclassified is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 10.5% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 7.9%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 5.0%. 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.
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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 Brakes | 11.9% | 107 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 10.3% | 92 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 5.8% | 52 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 5.0% | 45 |
| 5 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 4.8% | 43 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 4.3% | 39 |
| 7 | Suspension | 3.1% | 28 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.8% | 25 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Drive System | 2.8% | 25 |
| 10 | Brakes | 2.0% | 18 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.7% | 15 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.2% | 11 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.1% | 10 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.9% | 8 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 10,915 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 brakes | 10.93 | 11.9% | 107 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 9.40 | 10.3% | 92 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 5.31 | 5.8% | 52 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 4.60 | 5.0% | 45 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 4.39 | 4.8% | 43 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 3.98 | 4.3% | 39 |
| Suspension | 2.86 | 3.1% | 28 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 2.55 | 2.8% | 25 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 2.55 | 2.8% | 25 |
| Brakes | 1.84 | 2.0% | 18 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.53 | 1.7% | 15 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 1.12 | 1.2% | 11 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.02 | 1.1% | 10 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.82 | 0.9% | 8 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Kymco Unclassified has 10,915 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 Unclassified has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 18.78% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Kymco Unclassified MOT Data
The Kymco Unclassified is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 897 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 11 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.5% and a failure rate of 20.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Kymco Unclassified owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes 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 Unclassified is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 10.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 10.5% of MOT failures on the Kymco Unclassified. 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 — 7.9% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 7.9% of MOT failures on the Kymco Unclassified. 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 steering and suspension — 5.0% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 5.0% of MOT failures on the Kymco Unclassified. 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 Kymco Unclassified?
Based on 897 MOT tests in our database, the Kymco Unclassified has an overall pass rate of 79.5% (20.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kymco Unclassified?
The top 3 reasons a Kymco Unclassified fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (10.5%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (7.9%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (5.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Kymco Unclassified reliable?
With a 20.5% MOT failure rate, the Unclassified is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Kymco Unclassified?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (10.5%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (7.9%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (5.0%). 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.