Pulse Adrenalin MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 46 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 41.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Pulse Adrenalin MOT Reliability Overview
The Pulse Adrenalin is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 46 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 58.7% and a failure rate of 41.3%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Pulse Adrenalin earns a "Below Average" reliability rating. The average Pulse Adrenalin presents for MOT with approximately 12,041 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Pulse Adrenalin is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 34.8% 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 drive system at 30.4%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 19.6%. 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
* 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 | 45.7% | 21 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Drive System | 37.0% | 17 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 34.8% | 16 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 26.1% | 12 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 17.4% | 8 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 8.7% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Suspension | 6.5% | 3 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 6.5% | 3 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 4.3% | 2 |
| 10 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.2% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 2.2% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.2% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Steering | 2.2% | 1 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 12,041 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 | 37.91 | 45.7% | 21 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 30.69 | 37.0% | 17 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 28.89 | 34.8% | 16 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 21.67 | 26.1% | 12 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 14.44 | 17.4% | 8 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 7.22 | 8.7% | 4 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 5.42 | 6.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 5.42 | 6.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 3.61 | 4.3% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.81 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 1.81 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.81 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.81 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.81 | 2.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Pulse Adrenalin has 12,041 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 Pulse Adrenalin has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 34.30% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Pulse Adrenalin MOT Data
The Pulse Adrenalin is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 46 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 58.7% and a failure rate of 41.3%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Pulse Adrenalin owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle drive system 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 Adrenalin is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 34.8% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 34.8% of MOT failures on the Pulse Adrenalin. 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 drive system — 30.4% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 30.4% of MOT failures on the Pulse Adrenalin. 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.
Motorcycle brakes — 19.6% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 19.6% of MOT failures on the Pulse Adrenalin. 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 Pulse Adrenalin?
Based on 46 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Pulse Adrenalin has an overall pass rate of 58.7% (41.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Pulse Adrenalin?
The top 3 reasons a Pulse Adrenalin fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (34.8%), 2. Motorcycle drive system (30.4%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (19.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Pulse Adrenalin reliable?
With a 41.3% MOT failure rate, the Adrenalin is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Pulse Adrenalin?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (34.8%); Motorcycle drive system (30.4%); Motorcycle brakes (19.6%). 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.