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2012 Pulse Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline models manufactured in 2012, based on 828 real MOT test results.

55.2%
Pass Rate
44.8%
Fail Rate
828
Total Tests
10,851
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

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2012 Pulse Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline MOT Analysis

The 2012 Pulse Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline has an MOT pass rate of 55.2% based on 828 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 10,851 miles on the odometer. With a 44.8% failure rate, the 2012 Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2012 Pulse Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 1.6% of failures. 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 range from £5–50. Motorcycle brakes is the second most common issue at 1.2%. Motorcycle structure and attachments follows at 1.0%.

Top failures specific to 2012 models only. The overall Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors 1.6%
Motorcycle brakes 1.2%
Motorcycle structure and attachments 1.0%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors1.6%13
2Motorcycle Brakes1.2%10
3Motorcycle Structure And Attachments1.0%8
4Motorcycle Suspension0.5%4
5Motorcycle Steering0.4%3
6Identification Of The Vehicle0.1%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 10,851 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors1.45% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes1.11% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments0.89% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension0.45% per 10K miMotorcycle steering0.33% per 10K miIdentification of the vehicle0.11% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors1.451.6%13
Motorcycle brakes1.111.2%10
Motorcycle structure and attachments0.891.0%8
Motorcycle suspension0.450.5%4
Motorcycle steering0.330.4%3
Identification of the vehicle0.110.1%1

Mileage Statistics

10,851
Mean
7,337
Median
4,674
25th Percentile
11,944
75th Percentile
41.29% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2012 Pulse Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline has an MOT pass rate of 55.2% based on 828 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 10,851 miles on the odometer. With a 44.8% failure rate, the 2012 Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2012 Pulse Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lamps and reflectors: 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. With relatively low average mileage of 10,851 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 1.6% of failures

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 2012 Pulse Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline models. 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 brakes — 1.2% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 1.2% of MOT failures on 2012 Pulse Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline models. 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 structure and attachments — 1.0% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 2012 Pulse Xf 125 Gy-2b Adrenaline models. Motorcycle structure and attachments 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.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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