Royal Enfield Continental
MotorcycleFrom 478 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, caused 5 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.
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber | 2 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 2 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 1 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 1 |
| a spoke missing, cracked, excessively loose, bent or corroded | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 4.2% of Continental 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 £44.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 91.2% | a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2015 | 84% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2014 | 89.1% | a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Continentals tested had between 2,537 and 6,929 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
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Common questions
What is the Royal Enfield Continental MOT pass rate?
The Royal Enfield Continental has a 88.3% MOT pass rate based on 478 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Royal Enfield Continental?
The most common MOT failure on the Royal Enfield Continental is the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear.
What is the typical mileage of a Royal Enfield Continental at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Royal Enfield Continental is 3,971 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 2,537 and 6,929 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.