Kymco Agility
MotorcycleFrom 796 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 22 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 shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 22 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 18 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 17 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 12 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 12 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 12 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 9 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 8 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 8 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 24.8% of Agility 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 £66.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 79.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Agilitys tested had between 6,439 and 19,958 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 10,788 median miles, the Agility has 0.204 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Common questions
What is the Kymco Agility MOT pass rate?
The Kymco Agility has a 78% MOT pass rate based on 796 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kymco Agility?
The most common MOT failure on the Kymco Agility is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 22 failures. Other common issues include a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led.
What is the typical mileage of a Kymco Agility at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kymco Agility is 10,788 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,439 and 19,958 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.