Royal Enfield Himalayan
MotorcycleFrom 1,823 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 stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 16 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.
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 16 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 13 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 11 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 10 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 8 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 6 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 6 |
| a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber | 5 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 5 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 22.4% of Himalayan 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 £54.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 89.2% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released |
| 2019 | 90.2% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play |
| 2018 | 89.1% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Himalayans tested had between 4,438 and 11,993 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 7,646 median miles, the Himalayan has 0.139 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Royal Enfield Himalayan MOT pass rate?
The Royal Enfield Himalayan has a 89.4% MOT pass rate based on 1,823 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Royal Enfield Himalayan?
The most common MOT failure on the Royal Enfield Himalayan is stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 16 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Royal Enfield Himalayan at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Royal Enfield Himalayan is 7,646 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,438 and 11,993 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.