Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber reliable?

Based on MOT data from 185 vehicles, the 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber (2018)

185 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.3% first-time pass rate

2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber

CarHunch analysed 185 real MOT records for the 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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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.

We have limited data for the 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

92.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.41

Over 4.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–7k

For context

These stats describe 185 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 185 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	183	92.4%	0.41

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

4,616

typical

2,629

low mileage

7,490

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber vehicles fall between 2,629 and 7,490 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,629 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 2,629–7,490 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobbers sit.

⚠ Over 10,111 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobbers are 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

4.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.41

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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