Kymco Yup MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 488 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 27.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Kymco Yup MOT Reliability Overview
The Kymco Yup is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 488 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.5% and a failure rate of 27.5%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Kymco Yup earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Kymco Yup presents for MOT with approximately 14,046 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2005 models achieve the highest pass rate at 74.6%, while 2003 models have the lowest at 71.0%. This 3.6 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Kymco Yup is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 19.9% 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 15.4%. Motorcycle tyres and wheels rounds out the top three at 7.6%. 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 | 25.6% | 125 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 18.2% | 89 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 10.0% | 49 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 8.2% | 40 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 4.7% | 23 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.6% | 8 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.4% | 7 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.8% | 4 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.8% | 4 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.6% | 3 |
| 11 | Items Not Tested | 0.4% | 2 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.4% | 2 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.4% | 2 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.2% | 1 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,046 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 | 18.24 | 25.6% | 125 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 12.98 | 18.2% | 89 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 7.15 | 10.0% | 49 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 5.84 | 8.2% | 40 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 3.36 | 4.7% | 23 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.17 | 1.6% | 8 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.02 | 1.4% | 7 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.58 | 0.8% | 4 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.58 | 0.8% | 4 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.44 | 0.6% | 3 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.29 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.29 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.29 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.15 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.15 | 0.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Kymco Yup has 14,046 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 Yup has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 19.58% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Kymco Yup MOT Data
The Kymco Yup is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 488 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.5% and a failure rate of 27.5%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Kymco Yup 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 Yup is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 19.9% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 19.9% of MOT failures on the Kymco Yup. 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 — 15.4% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 15.4% of MOT failures on the Kymco Yup. 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 tyres and wheels — 7.6% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 7.6% of MOT failures on the Kymco Yup. 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 Kymco Yup?
Based on 488 MOT tests in our database, the Kymco Yup has an overall pass rate of 72.5% (27.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kymco Yup?
The top 3 reasons a Kymco Yup fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (19.9%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (15.4%), 3. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (7.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Kymco Yup reliable?
With a 27.5% MOT failure rate, the Yup is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Kymco Yup?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (19.9%); Motorcycle brakes (15.4%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (7.6%). 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.