Pulse Wy MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,042 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 39.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Pulse Wy MOT Reliability Overview
The Pulse Wy is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,042 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 4 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.2% and a failure rate of 39.8%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Pulse Wy earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Pulse Wy presents for MOT with approximately 8,609 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2012 models achieve the highest pass rate at 62.8%, while 2015 models have the lowest at 59.3%. This 3.5 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Pulse Wy is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 37.5% 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 lamps and reflectors at 25.1%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 14.9%. 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 Brakes | 37.5% | 391 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 25.1% | 262 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 14.9% | 155 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 14.1% | 147 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Suspension | 13.6% | 142 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres | 10.7% | 112 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 8.8% | 92 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 8.0% | 83 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering | 7.8% | 81 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 3.0% | 31 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.8% | 19 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.1% | 11 |
| 13 | Non-component Advisories | 1.0% | 10 |
| 14 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.9% | 9 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.6% | 6 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 8,609 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 | 43.59 | 37.5% | 391 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 29.21 | 25.1% | 262 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 17.28 | 14.9% | 155 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 16.39 | 14.1% | 147 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 15.83 | 13.6% | 142 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 12.49 | 10.7% | 112 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 10.26 | 8.8% | 92 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 9.25 | 8.0% | 83 |
| Motorcycle steering | 9.03 | 7.8% | 81 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 3.46 | 3.0% | 31 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 2.12 | 1.8% | 19 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 1.23 | 1.1% | 11 |
| Non-component advisories | 1.11 | 1.0% | 10 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.00 | 0.9% | 9 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.67 | 0.6% | 6 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Pulse Wy has 8,609 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 Wy has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 46.23% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Pulse Wy MOT Data
The Pulse Wy is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,042 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 4 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 60.2% and a failure rate of 39.8%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Pulse Wy owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle lamps and reflectors 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 Wy is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 37.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 37.5% of MOT failures on the Pulse Wy. 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 lamps and reflectors — 25.1% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 25.1% of MOT failures on the Pulse Wy. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 14.9% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 14.9% of MOT failures on the Pulse Wy. 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 Wy?
Based on 1,042 MOT tests in our database, the Pulse Wy has an overall pass rate of 60.2% (39.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Pulse Wy?
The top 3 reasons a Pulse Wy fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (37.5%), 2. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (25.1%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (14.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Pulse Wy reliable?
With a 39.8% MOT failure rate, the Wy is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Pulse Wy?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (37.5%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (25.1%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (14.9%). 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.