DIRECT BIKES DB125T-E
The pass rate is the MOT first-time pass: a roadworthiness check of the items an MOT covers (brakes, lights, tyres, steering, structure, emissions), not a full mechanical inspection of engine or gearbox internals. It is a reliability signal, not a complete measure of mechanical reliability. What this measures.
What fails on a DB125T-E
| Component group | Share of defects | Defects | % of defects |
|---|---|---|---|
| brakes |
|
24 | 36.9 |
| lighting and signalling |
|
18 | 27.7 |
| tyres and wheels |
|
6 | 9.2 |
| lamps and reflectors |
|
6 | 9.2 |
| steering and suspension |
|
4 | 6.2 |
| suspension |
|
2 | 3.1 |
| tyres |
|
2 | 3.1 |
| reg plates and vin |
|
1 | 1.5 |
| body and structure |
|
1 | 1.5 |
| driving controls |
|
1 | 1.5 |
Defects recorded against failed normal tests, 2005–2025, grouped by DVSA inspection section. One test can record multiple defects.
How rivals compare
On first-time pass rate the DB125T-E beats 0 of its 4 closest rivals (YAMAHA YBR 125, HONDA CG125, HONDA CBF125).
Rivals share this bike's type and sit within ±30% of its engine capacity, ≥ 5,000 tests. Card colour = better/worse first-time pass rate than the DB125T-E.
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