Ajs Modena 125 (2015)

146 real MOT outcomes analysed • 11.1% first-time pass rate

2015 Ajs Modena 125

CarHunch analysed 146 real MOT records for the 2015 Ajs Modena 125. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

This 2015 AJS Modena 125 is a serious reliability concern, with a first-time pass rate of just 11.1% against the UK average of 80%—meaning nine out of ten examples fail their MOT. The petrol-only cohort performs even worse at 0.9%, and while dangerous defects are absent, the near-universal failure rate suggests systematic issues that buyers should treat as disqualifying.

The low average mileage of 7,627 miles indicates these are lightly-used machines, yet the catastrophic pass rate means age and storage conditions—not wear—are likely culprits; corrosion, fuel system gumming, and electrical gremlins are typical of neglected small-displacement bikes. Before committing to this model, get a trusted mechanic to inspect any candidate in person, because an MOT failure this consistent points to design or build-quality problems no amount of maintenance can easily fix.

Below average reliability 68.9% below UK average
11.1%
pass MOT first time
UK average: ~80%
13,215
typical mileage
2,937–13,215 middle half
0%
ever had a dangerous defect
recorded at any MOT
0.07
avg MOT failures per car
over 1.3 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2015 Ajs Modena 125

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
  • 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
  • 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
  • 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type Vehicles Pass rate Avg failures
Petrol (88%) 129 0.9% 0.02
Other (12%) 17 88.2% 0.41

Mileage Distribution

Most 2015 Ajs Modena 125 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

2,937
low mileage
13,215
typical
13,215
high mileage

Half of all 2015 Ajs Modena 125 vehicles fall between 2,937 and 13,215 miles.

MOT History Averages

1.3
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.07
Avg failures per vehicle
0
Avg advisories per vehicle

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