Model report · 2005–2025
Horwin EK3
Electric
Class 2
87.9%
first-time pass rate
10.3%
failed outright
3,171
median miles at test
58
MOT tests, 2005–2025
What fails on a EK3
failure defects by component group · advisories excluded
| Component group | Share of defects | Defects | % of defects |
|---|---|---|---|
| structure and attachments |
|
5 | 41.7 |
| suspension |
|
3 | 25 |
| lamps and reflectors |
|
2 | 16.7 |
| steering |
|
1 | 8.3 |
| tyres |
|
1 | 8.3 |
Defects recorded against failed normal tests, 2005–2025, grouped by DVSA inspection section. One test can record multiple defects.
How rivals compare
same type, similar capacity, high test volume
On first-time pass rate the EK3 beats 2 of its 4 closest rivals (BMW R1200, KAWASAKI ZX-6R, BMW R1150).
BMW
R1200
92.9% pass · 299k tests
KAWASAKI
ZX-6R
78.1% pass · 174k tests
BMW
R1150
88.5% pass · 171k tests
SUZUKI
GSF600
77.3% pass · 143k tests
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 EK3.