Znen Zn
MotorcycleFrom 288 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, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and steering head bearings have excessive wear or play. The top issue, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, caused 10 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 | 10 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 9 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 8 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 7 |
| audible warning not working | 6 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 5 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| a rider’s seat missing or insecure | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 10.9% of Zn 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 £41.
Typical mileage
Half of all Zns tested had between 4,033 and 8,600 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 6,114 median miles, the Zn has 0.471 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Common questions
What is the Znen Zn MOT pass rate?
The Znen Zn has a 71.2% MOT pass rate based on 288 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Znen Zn?
The most common MOT failure on the Znen Zn is a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, which caused 10 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Znen Zn at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Znen Zn is 6,114 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,033 and 8,600 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.