3 Model Years Analyzed
Bristol 401
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1951-1981), based on 4 DVSA recorded tests.
75%
Average Pass Rate
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Model Years
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Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
1951 Bristol 401 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1A battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier or cause a short circuit
- 2Exhaust system leaking or insecure
- 3Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
- 4Product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity or changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Bristol 401?
The Bristol 401 has an average 75% MOT pass rate across model years 1951 to 1981, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Bristol 401?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Bristol 401 across all years are: a battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier or cause a short circuit, exhaust system leaking or insecure, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Bristol 401 year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Bristol 401 model years.