Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber (2018)
2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber
CarHunch analysed 185 real MOT records for the 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The Scout Bobber passes its first MOT 86.9% of the time, comfortably beating the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are rare at just 3.2% of vehicles ever recording one—a reassuring sign for a bike in this category. With an average of 0.41 failures per vehicle and 1.9 advisories, this is a straightforward, well-sorted machine that doesn't throw up unexpected repair bills.
The median mileage of 4,616 miles is notably low for a 2018 model, suggesting these bikes aren't being ridden hard or often, which partly explains the clean MOT record. If you're buying one, check the service history carefully—a lightly-used cruiser that's been properly maintained will stay reliable, but one that's been neglected between long gaps could surprise you, so don't skip the pre-purchase inspection.
What to check before buying a 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber
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 (99%) | 183 | 86.8% | 0.41 |
| Other (1%) | 2 | 87.5% | 0.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber 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.
Half of all 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber vehicles fall between 2,629 and 7,490 miles.
2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 139 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 92% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
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