Pulse Scout MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 393 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 36.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Pulse Scout MOT Reliability Overview
The Pulse Scout is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 393 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 4 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.1% and a failure rate of 36.9%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Pulse Scout earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Pulse Scout presents for MOT with approximately 5,630 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2010 models achieve the highest pass rate at 71.7%, while 2008 models have the lowest at 54.0%. This 17.7 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Pulse Scout is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 30.8% 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 steering and suspension at 29.3%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 23.4%. 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 Steering And Suspension | 35.4% | 139 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 32.8% | 129 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 24.4% | 96 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 21.6% | 85 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.4% | 25 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 6.4% | 25 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 3.6% | 14 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Suspension | 2.5% | 10 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.5% | 10 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.5% | 10 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.0% | 4 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 1.0% | 4 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.5% | 2 |
| 14 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.5% | 2 |
| 15 | Items Not Tested | 0.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 5,630 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 | 62.82 | 35.4% | 139 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 58.30 | 32.8% | 129 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 43.39 | 24.4% | 96 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 38.42 | 21.6% | 85 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 11.30 | 6.4% | 25 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 11.30 | 6.4% | 25 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 6.33 | 3.6% | 14 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 4.52 | 2.5% | 10 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 4.52 | 2.5% | 10 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 4.52 | 2.5% | 10 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.81 | 1.0% | 4 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 1.81 | 1.0% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.90 | 0.5% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.90 | 0.5% | 2 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.45 | 0.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Pulse Scout has 5,630 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 Scout has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 65.54% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Pulse Scout MOT Data
The Pulse Scout is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 393 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 4 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.1% and a failure rate of 36.9%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Pulse Scout 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 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 Scout is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 30.8% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 30.8% of MOT failures on the Pulse Scout. 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 — 29.3% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 29.3% of MOT failures on the Pulse Scout. 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 brakes — 23.4% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 23.4% of MOT failures on the Pulse Scout. 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 Scout?
Based on 393 MOT tests in our database, the Pulse Scout has an overall pass rate of 63.1% (36.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Pulse Scout?
The top 3 reasons a Pulse Scout fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (30.8%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (29.3%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (23.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Pulse Scout reliable?
With a 36.9% MOT failure rate, the Scout is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Pulse Scout?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (30.8%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (29.3%); Motorcycle brakes (23.4%). 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.