Royal Enfield Clipper MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 93 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 8.6%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Royal Enfield Clipper MOT Reliability Overview
The Royal Enfield Clipper is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 93 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.4% and a failure rate of 8.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Royal Enfield Clipper earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Royal Enfield Clipper presents for MOT with approximately 20,355 miles on the clock. The 1961 manufacture year performs best with a 92.5% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Royal Enfield Clipper is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 5.4% 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 5.4%. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust rounds out the top three at 3.2%. 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
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 Lighting And Signalling | 6.5% | 6 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 5.4% | 5 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 3.2% | 3 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Drive System | 3.2% | 3 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 3.2% | 3 |
| 6 | Items Not Tested | 1.1% | 1 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 20,355 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 lighting and signalling | 3.17 | 6.5% | 6 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 2.64 | 5.4% | 5 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.58 | 3.2% | 3 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 1.58 | 3.2% | 3 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.58 | 3.2% | 3 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.53 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.53 | 1.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Royal Enfield Clipper has 20,355 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 Royal Enfield Clipper has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.23% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Royal Enfield Clipper MOT Data
The Royal Enfield Clipper is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 93 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.4% and a failure rate of 8.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Royal Enfield Clipper owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. 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 Clipper is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 5.4% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 5.4% of MOT failures on the Royal Enfield Clipper. 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 — 5.4% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 5.4% of MOT failures on the Royal Enfield Clipper. 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 fuel and exhaust — 3.2% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 3.2% of MOT failures on the Royal Enfield Clipper. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Royal Enfield Clipper?
Based on 93 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Royal Enfield Clipper has an overall pass rate of 91.4% (8.6% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Royal Enfield Clipper?
The top 3 reasons a Royal Enfield Clipper fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (5.4%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (5.4%), 3. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (3.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Royal Enfield Clipper reliable?
With a 8.6% MOT failure rate, the Clipper is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Royal Enfield Clipper?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (5.4%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (5.4%); Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (3.2%). 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.