Sinnis Shuttle MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,310 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 33.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Sinnis Shuttle MOT Reliability Overview
The Sinnis Shuttle is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,310 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 4 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.2% and a failure rate of 33.8%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Sinnis Shuttle earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Sinnis Shuttle presents for MOT with approximately 6,418 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2017 models achieve the highest pass rate at 78.2%, while 2016 models have the lowest at 61.9%. This 16.3 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Sinnis Shuttle is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, affecting 29.6% 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 26.4%. Motorcycle suspension rounds out the top three at 20.8%. 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
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Sinnis Shuttle. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 7 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Sinnis Shuttle actually sees a 3% decrease in failure rate after the warranty period. This is likely due to survivorship bias — unreliable cars are already off the road by this age. Peak failure occurs at age 7 (43.0% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
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 | 29.6% | 388 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 26.4% | 346 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Suspension | 20.8% | 272 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 11.1% | 145 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 10.5% | 137 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering | 9.2% | 120 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Wheels | 1.8% | 23 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 1.7% | 22 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.7% | 22 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 1.5% | 20 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.3% | 17 |
| 12 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.7% | 9 |
| 13 | Non-component Advisories | 0.6% | 8 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.2% | 3 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 6,418 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 | 46.15 | 29.6% | 388 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 41.15 | 26.4% | 346 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 32.35 | 20.8% | 272 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 17.25 | 11.1% | 145 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 16.29 | 10.5% | 137 |
| Motorcycle steering | 14.27 | 9.2% | 120 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 2.74 | 1.8% | 23 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 2.62 | 1.7% | 22 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 2.62 | 1.7% | 22 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 2.38 | 1.5% | 20 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 2.02 | 1.3% | 17 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.07 | 0.7% | 9 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.95 | 0.6% | 8 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.36 | 0.2% | 3 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.12 | 0.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Sinnis Shuttle has 6,418 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 Sinnis Shuttle has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 52.66% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Sinnis Shuttle MOT Data
The Sinnis Shuttle is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,310 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 4 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.2% and a failure rate of 33.8%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Sinnis Shuttle 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 Shuttle is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 29.6% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 29.6% of MOT failures on the Sinnis Shuttle. 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 — 26.4% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 26.4% of MOT failures on the Sinnis Shuttle. 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 suspension — 20.8% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 20.8% of MOT failures on the Sinnis Shuttle. 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 Sinnis Shuttle?
Based on 1,310 MOT tests in our database, the Sinnis Shuttle has an overall pass rate of 66.2% (33.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Sinnis Shuttle?
The top 3 reasons a Sinnis Shuttle fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (29.6%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (26.4%), 3. Motorcycle suspension (20.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Sinnis Shuttle reliable?
With a 33.8% MOT failure rate, the Shuttle is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Sinnis Shuttle?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (29.6%); Motorcycle brakes (26.4%); Motorcycle suspension (20.8%). 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.