Victory High Ball MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 576 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 11.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Victory High Ball MOT Reliability Overview
The Victory High Ball is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 576 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 7 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.9% and a failure rate of 11.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Victory High Ball earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Victory High Ball presents for MOT with approximately 10,124 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2014 models achieve the highest pass rate at 91.9%, while 2013 models have the lowest at 82.7%. This 9.2 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Victory High Ball is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, affecting 5.2% 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 structure and attachments at 4.0%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 3.6%. 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 Lamps And Reflectors | 5.2% | 30 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 4.0% | 23 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 3.6% | 21 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres | 3.1% | 18 |
| 5 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.6% | 15 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.6% | 9 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 1.0% | 6 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.0% | 6 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 0.9% | 5 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.9% | 5 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.7% | 4 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.3% | 2 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.3% | 2 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 10,124 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 | 5.14 | 5.2% | 30 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 3.94 | 4.0% | 23 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 3.60 | 3.6% | 21 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 3.09 | 3.1% | 18 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.57 | 2.6% | 15 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.54 | 1.6% | 9 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 1.03 | 1.0% | 6 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.03 | 1.0% | 6 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.86 | 0.9% | 5 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.86 | 0.9% | 5 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.69 | 0.7% | 4 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.34 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.34 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.17 | 0.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Victory High Ball has 10,124 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 Victory High Ball has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 10.96% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Victory High Ball MOT Data
The Victory High Ball is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 576 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 7 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.9% and a failure rate of 11.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Victory High Ball 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 structure and attachments 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 High Ball is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 5.2% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 5.2% of MOT failures on the Victory High Ball. 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 — 4.0% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 4.0% of MOT failures on the Victory High Ball. 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 brakes — 3.6% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 3.6% of MOT failures on the Victory High Ball. 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Victory High Ball?
Based on 576 MOT tests in our database, the Victory High Ball has an overall pass rate of 88.9% (11.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Victory High Ball?
The top 3 reasons a Victory High Ball fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.2%), 2. Motorcycle structure and attachments (4.0%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (3.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Victory High Ball reliable?
With a 11.1% MOT failure rate, the High Ball is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Victory High Ball?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.2%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (4.0%); Motorcycle brakes (3.6%). 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.