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2015 Pulse Xf MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Xf models manufactured in 2015, based on 591 real MOT test results.

76.0%
Pass Rate
24.0%
Fail Rate
591
Total Tests
6,536
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

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2015 Pulse Xf MOT Analysis

The 2015 Pulse Xf has an MOT pass rate of 76.0% based on 591 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 6,536 miles on the odometer. With a 24.0% failure rate, the 2015 Xf is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2015 Pulse Xf is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 1.7% 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 structure and attachments is the second most common issue at 1.4%. Motorcycle suspension follows at 1.0%.

Top failures specific to 2015 models only. The overall Xf page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors 1.7%
Motorcycle structure and attachments 1.4%
Motorcycle suspension 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 Reflectors1.7%10
2Motorcycle Structure And Attachments1.4%8
3Motorcycle Suspension1.0%6
4Motorcycle Brakes0.7%4
5Motorcycle Steering0.3%2
6Motorcycle Tyres0.2%1
7Non-component Advisories0.2%1
8Identification Of The Vehicle0.2%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 6,536 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 reflectors2.59% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments2.07% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension1.55% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes1.04% per 10K miMotorcycle steering0.52% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres0.26% per 10K miNon-component advisories0.26% per 10K miIdentification of the vehicle0.26% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors2.591.7%10
Motorcycle structure and attachments2.071.4%8
Motorcycle suspension1.551.0%6
Motorcycle brakes1.040.7%4
Motorcycle steering0.520.3%2
Motorcycle tyres0.260.2%1
Non-component advisories0.260.2%1
Identification of the vehicle0.260.2%1

Mileage Statistics

6,536
Mean
6,758
Median
2,724
25th Percentile
13,362
75th Percentile
36.72% failures per 10K miles

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

About This Data

The 2015 Pulse Xf has an MOT pass rate of 76.0% based on 591 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 6,536 miles on the odometer. With a 24.0% failure rate, the 2015 Xf is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2015 Pulse Xf, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. 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 6,536 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 1.7% of failures

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 1.7% of MOT failures on 2015 Pulse Xf 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 structure and attachments — 1.4% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 1.4% of MOT failures on 2015 Pulse Xf 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.

Motorcycle suspension — 1.0% of failures

Motorcycle suspension issues account for 1.0% of MOT failures on 2015 Pulse Xf models. 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.

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

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