Lifan Lf 125-9j MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 58 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 51.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Lifan Lf 125-9j MOT Reliability Overview
The Lifan Lf 125-9j is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 58 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 48.3% and a failure rate of 51.7%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Lifan Lf 125-9j earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Lifan Lf 125-9j presents for MOT with approximately 13,734 miles on the clock. The 2008 manufacture year performs best with a 58.8% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Lifan Lf 125-9j is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 46.6% 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 steering and suspension at 39.7%. Motorcycle drive system rounds out the top three at 36.2%. 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 Steering And Suspension | 56.9% | 33 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 51.7% | 30 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Drive System | 39.7% | 23 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Brakes | 34.5% | 20 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 17.2% | 10 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 13.8% | 8 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 10.3% | 6 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 5.2% | 3 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 5.2% | 3 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Suspension | 5.2% | 3 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.7% | 1 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 1.7% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 1.7% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 13,734 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 | 41.43 | 56.9% | 33 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 37.66 | 51.7% | 30 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 28.87 | 39.7% | 23 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 25.11 | 34.5% | 20 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 12.55 | 17.2% | 10 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 10.04 | 13.8% | 8 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 7.53 | 10.3% | 6 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 3.77 | 5.2% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 3.77 | 5.2% | 3 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 3.77 | 5.2% | 3 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.26 | 1.7% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 1.26 | 1.7% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 1.26 | 1.7% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Lifan Lf 125-9j has 13,734 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 Lifan Lf 125-9j has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 37.64% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Lifan Lf 125-9j MOT Data
The Lifan Lf 125-9j is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 58 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 48.3% and a failure rate of 51.7%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Lifan Lf 125-9j owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle steering and suspension 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 Lf 125-9j is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 46.6% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 46.6% of MOT failures on the Lifan Lf 125-9j. 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 — 39.7% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 39.7% of MOT failures on the Lifan Lf 125-9j. 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 drive system — 36.2% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 36.2% of MOT failures on the Lifan Lf 125-9j. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Lifan Lf 125-9j?
Based on 58 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Lifan Lf 125-9j has an overall pass rate of 48.3% (51.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Lifan Lf 125-9j?
The top 3 reasons a Lifan Lf 125-9j fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (46.6%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (39.7%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (36.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Lifan Lf 125-9j reliable?
With a 51.7% MOT failure rate, the Lf 125-9j is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Lifan Lf 125-9j?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (46.6%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (39.7%); Motorcycle drive system (36.2%). 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.