Royal Enfield Himalayan MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 4,547 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 10.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Royal Enfield Himalayan MOT Reliability Overview
The Royal Enfield Himalayan is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 4,547 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 4 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.9% and a failure rate of 10.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Royal Enfield Himalayan earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Royal Enfield Himalayan presents for MOT with approximately 7,301 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2019 models achieve the highest pass rate at 91.4%, while 2020 models have the lowest at 88.4%. This 3.0 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Royal Enfield Himalayan is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, affecting 6.7% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 3.3%. Motorcycle steering rounds out the top three at 2.9%. 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.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 2 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Royal Enfield Himalayan vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
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 Lamps And Reflectors | 6.7% | 303 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 3.3% | 151 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering | 2.9% | 131 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.2% | 99 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.5% | 68 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.7% | 31 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.6% | 28 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.5% | 22 |
| 9 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.4% | 16 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 7,301 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 lamps and reflectors | 9.13 | 6.7% | 303 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 4.55 | 3.3% | 151 |
| Motorcycle steering | 3.95 | 2.9% | 131 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 2.98 | 2.2% | 99 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.05 | 1.5% | 68 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.93 | 0.7% | 31 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.84 | 0.6% | 28 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.66 | 0.5% | 22 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.48 | 0.4% | 16 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Royal Enfield Himalayan has 7,301 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 Himalayan has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 13.83% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Royal Enfield Himalayan MOT Data
The Royal Enfield Himalayan is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 4,547 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 4 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.9% and a failure rate of 10.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Royal Enfield Himalayan owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lamps and reflectors and motorcycle brakes 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 Himalayan is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 6.7% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on the Royal Enfield Himalayan. 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 — 3.3% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 3.3% of MOT failures on the Royal Enfield Himalayan. 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 steering — 2.9% of failures
Motorcycle steering issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on the Royal Enfield Himalayan. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Royal Enfield Himalayan?
Based on 4,547 MOT tests in our database, the Royal Enfield Himalayan has an overall pass rate of 89.9% (10.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Royal Enfield Himalayan?
The top 3 reasons a Royal Enfield Himalayan fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.7%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (3.3%), 3. Motorcycle steering (2.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Royal Enfield Himalayan reliable?
With a 10.1% MOT failure rate, the Himalayan is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Royal Enfield Himalayan?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.7%); Motorcycle brakes (3.3%); Motorcycle steering (2.9%). 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.