Ajs Cadwell
MotorcycleFrom 266 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake efficiency below minimum requirement, brake control has insufficient reserve travel, a headlamp missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, brake efficiency below minimum requirement, caused 13 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 13 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 10 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 9 |
| on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel | 5 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 5 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 5 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 6.2% of Cadwell failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £47.
Typical mileage
Half of all Cadwells tested had between 2,472 and 8,856 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
Common questions
What is the Ajs Cadwell MOT pass rate?
The Ajs Cadwell has a 79.3% MOT pass rate based on 266 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ajs Cadwell?
The most common MOT failure on the Ajs Cadwell is brake efficiency below minimum requirement, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include brake control has insufficient reserve travel.
What is the typical mileage of a Ajs Cadwell at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ajs Cadwell is 4,772 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 2,472 and 8,856 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.