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.
“vs expected” adjusts for age, mileage and test class, so a cherished classic and a hard-used commuter are compared fairly. How this works.
Pass rate over time
The TX200's first-time pass rate has held steady since 2022 (88.0% → 87.2%).
Pass rate by mileage
A low-mileage TX200 passes first time 71.4% of the time; by 20k that's 85.5%.
First-time pass rate by odometer reading at test, 10,000-mile bands for this model. Mileage is the strongest reliability signal. See the full curve.
What fails on a TX200
| Component group | Share of defects | Defects | % of defects |
|---|---|---|---|
| lamps and reflectors |
|
16 | 51.6 |
| steering |
|
3 | 9.7 |
| suspension |
|
3 | 9.7 |
| structure and attachments |
|
3 | 9.7 |
| audible warning (Horn) |
|
2 | 6.5 |
| lighting and signalling |
|
1 | 3.2 |
| brakes |
|
1 | 3.2 |
| tyres |
|
1 | 3.2 |
| wheels |
|
1 | 3.2 |
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 TX200 beats 1 of its 4 closest rivals (PIAGGIO PX 200 E, PIAGGIO X9, LAMBRETTA GP200).
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 TX200.
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