Keeway Superlight 125 E5
MotorcycleFrom 585 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission belt, chain and sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn. The top issue, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, caused 32 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 32 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 22 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 20 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 12 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 11 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 10 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 10 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 10 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 8 |
| on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel | 6 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 70.1% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Superlight 125 E5s tested had between 1,873 and 8,625 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
Other Keeway models
| Keeway Superlight | 68.7% |
Common questions
What is the Keeway Superlight 125 E5 MOT pass rate?
The Keeway Superlight 125 E5 has a 70.9% MOT pass rate based on 585 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Keeway Superlight 125 E5?
The most common MOT failure on the Keeway Superlight 125 E5 is a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, which caused 32 failures. Other common issues include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Keeway Superlight 125 E5 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Keeway Superlight 125 E5 is 4,765 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 1,873 and 8,625 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.