Victory Kingpin MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 852 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 11.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Victory Kingpin MOT Reliability Overview
The Victory Kingpin is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 852 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 8 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.1% and a failure rate of 11.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Victory Kingpin earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Victory Kingpin presents for MOT with approximately 14,443 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2010 models achieve the highest pass rate at 96.6%, while 2005 models have the lowest at 82.7%. This 13.9 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Victory Kingpin is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 5.2% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 3.5%. Motorcycle reg plates and vin rounds out the top three at 2.8%. 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
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 Brakes | 5.2% | 44 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 4.1% | 35 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 3.6% | 31 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.7% | 23 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.8% | 15 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.8% | 15 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.6% | 14 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.2% | 10 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 1.2% | 10 |
| 10 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.8% | 7 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.5% | 4 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.4% | 3 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.4% | 3 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.2% | 2 |
| 15 | Non-component Advisories | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,443 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 brakes | 3.58 | 5.2% | 44 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 2.84 | 4.1% | 35 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 2.52 | 3.6% | 31 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.87 | 2.7% | 23 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.22 | 1.8% | 15 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 1.22 | 1.8% | 15 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.14 | 1.6% | 14 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.81 | 1.2% | 10 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.81 | 1.2% | 10 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.57 | 0.8% | 7 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.33 | 0.5% | 4 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.24 | 0.4% | 3 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.24 | 0.4% | 3 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.16 | 0.2% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.08 | 0.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Victory Kingpin has 14,443 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 Kingpin has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 8.24% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Victory Kingpin MOT Data
The Victory Kingpin is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 852 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 8 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.1% and a failure rate of 11.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Victory Kingpin owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 Kingpin is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 5.2% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 5.2% of MOT failures on the Victory Kingpin. 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 lighting and signalling — 3.5% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 3.5% of MOT failures on the Victory Kingpin. 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 reg plates and vin — 2.8% of failures
Motorcycle reg plates and vin issues account for 2.8% of MOT failures on the Victory Kingpin. Motorcycle reg plates and vin 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 Victory Kingpin?
Based on 852 MOT tests in our database, the Victory Kingpin has an overall pass rate of 88.1% (11.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Victory Kingpin?
The top 3 reasons a Victory Kingpin fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (5.2%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (3.5%), 3. Motorcycle reg plates and vin (2.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Victory Kingpin reliable?
With a 11.9% MOT failure rate, the Kingpin is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Victory Kingpin?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (5.2%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (3.5%); Motorcycle reg plates and vin (2.8%). 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.