The MOT Files

Motorcycle reliability file

Ajs Modena MOT pass rate & common failures

From 1,184 recorded MOT tests of the Ajs Modena, published by DVSA.

Data updated

Quick answer

The Ajs Modena passes 77.2% of MOT tests, against 86.5% for all motorcycles. The most recorded failure is "Reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear", in 12.8% of failed tests.

At a glance

Recorded pass rate

77.2%unadjusted1,184 tests

9.3 points below the fleet average of 86.5%. The examples tested do not cover a wide enough spread of ages and mileages to compare fairly against the rest of the fleet, so no rank is claimed; the failure record below stands on its own.

DVSA recorded wording

Most common failure items

Share of failed Ajs Modena tests in which each item was recorded. One failed test often lists several, so these do not sum to 100%.

  1. 1.Reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear12.8%

    24 occurrences

  2. 2.Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements12.8%

    24 occurrences

  3. 3.Audible warning not working11.8%

    22 occurrences

  4. 4.A headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED11.2%

    21 occurrences

  5. 5.A headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED10.7%

    20 occurrences

  6. 6.Brake efficiency below minimum requirement10.7%

    20 occurrences

  7. 7.Projected beam image is obviously incorrect10.2%

    19 occurrences

  8. 8.Brake control has insufficient reserve travel9.6%

    18 occurrences

  9. 9.Steering head bearings have excessive wear or play9.1%

    17 occurrences

  10. 10.Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake8.6%

    16 occurrences

  11. 11.A tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre7.0%

    13 occurrences

  12. 12.The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements7.0%

    13 occurrences

Warnings without a failure

Most common advisories

Share of all Ajs Modena tests carrying each advisory.

  1. 1.Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements4.1%

    49 tests

  2. 2.Excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution3.5%

    42 tests

  3. 3.Steering head bearings have excessive wear or play2.4%

    28 tests

  4. 4.Brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm2.4%

    28 tests

  5. 5.Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake2.4%

    28 tests

  6. 6.A shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely2.4%

    28 tests

  7. 7.Exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted2.1%

    25 tests

  8. 8.A tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre1.5%

    18 tests

How wear changes the picture

Modena pass rate by age and registration year

3–5 yrsreg. 2020–202280%
6–8 yrsreg. 2017–201977%
9–11 yrsreg. 2014–201675%

What gets tested

The Modena fleet

Average mileage recorded at test
3,951
Test classes
class 1: 1,115 · class 2: 69
Names grouped into this model (2)
  • MODENA 125
  • MODENA 50

Common questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a Ajs Modena?
77.2% unadjusted, from 1,184 DVSA tests. The average across all motorcycles is 86.5%.
What does a Ajs Modena fail its MOT on?
"Reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear" is recorded in 12.8% of failed Ajs Modena tests, followed by "Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements" (12.8%). One failed test often lists several items.
What mileage does a Ajs Modena usually have at its MOT?
3,951 miles on average across every age tested, so a description of the fleet rather than an annual figure. Motorcycle mileages are low and vary enormously with use; a commuter bike and a weekend bike of the same age can differ by a factor of ten.

Analysis built from DVSA data of