GAS GAS TXT 280
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 TXT 280
| Component group | Share of defects | Defects | % of defects |
|---|---|---|---|
| lighting and signalling |
|
11 | 29.7 |
| tyres and wheels |
|
10 | 27 |
| steering and suspension |
|
6 | 16.2 |
| brakes |
|
3 | 8.1 |
| reg plates and vin |
|
2 | 5.4 |
| Identification of the vehicle |
|
1 | 2.7 |
| steering |
|
1 | 2.7 |
| body and structure |
|
1 | 2.7 |
| structure and attachments |
|
1 | 2.7 |
| audible warning (Horn) |
|
1 | 2.7 |
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 TXT 280 beats 1 of its 4 closest rivals (YAMAHA RD350, YAMAHA YP250, YAMAHA WR250F).
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 TXT 280.
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