Pulse Adrenaline MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 876 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 31.6%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Pulse Adrenaline MOT Reliability Overview
The Pulse Adrenaline is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 876 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.4% and a failure rate of 31.6%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Pulse Adrenaline earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Pulse Adrenaline presents for MOT with approximately 10,022 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2016 models achieve the highest pass rate at 88.3%, while 2011 models have the lowest at 43.2%. This 45.1 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Pulse Adrenaline is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 24.4% 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 23.1%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 22.1%. 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
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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 | 25.9% | 227 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 24.9% | 218 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 24.5% | 215 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Drive System | 12.6% | 110 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 11.8% | 103 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 11.0% | 96 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 7.6% | 67 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Suspension | 6.5% | 57 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 4.5% | 39 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Tyres | 3.4% | 30 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.4% | 21 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.2% | 19 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.9% | 17 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.3% | 11 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 1.3% | 11 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 10,022 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 | 25.86 | 25.9% | 227 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 24.83 | 24.9% | 218 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 24.49 | 24.5% | 215 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 12.53 | 12.6% | 110 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 11.73 | 11.8% | 103 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 10.93 | 11.0% | 96 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 7.63 | 7.6% | 67 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 6.49 | 6.5% | 57 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 4.44 | 4.5% | 39 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 3.42 | 3.4% | 30 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 2.39 | 2.4% | 21 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 2.16 | 2.2% | 19 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.94 | 1.9% | 17 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 1.25 | 1.3% | 11 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 1.25 | 1.3% | 11 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Pulse Adrenaline has 10,022 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 Adrenaline has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 31.53% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Pulse Adrenaline MOT Data
The Pulse Adrenaline is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 876 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.4% and a failure rate of 31.6%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Pulse Adrenaline 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 Adrenaline is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 24.4% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 24.4% of MOT failures on the Pulse Adrenaline. 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 — 23.1% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 23.1% of MOT failures on the Pulse Adrenaline. 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 — 22.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 22.1% of MOT failures on the Pulse Adrenaline. 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 Pulse Adrenaline?
Based on 876 MOT tests in our database, the Pulse Adrenaline has an overall pass rate of 68.4% (31.6% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Pulse Adrenaline?
The top 3 reasons a Pulse Adrenaline fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (24.4%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (23.1%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (22.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Pulse Adrenaline reliable?
With a 31.6% MOT failure rate, the Adrenaline is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Pulse Adrenaline?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (24.4%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (23.1%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (22.1%). 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.