Ajs Cadwell Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ajs Cadwell reliable? We analysed 1,798 real MOT tests across 458 vehicles to find out.
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The Ajs Cadwell is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ajs Cadwell.
Ajs Cadwell Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ajs Cadwell. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ajs Cadwell MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ajs Cadwell to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ajs Cadwell Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ajs Cadwell models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ajs Cadwell Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ajs Cadwell owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ajs Cadwell MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ajs Cadwell year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 85 | 71.8% | 1,846 | 3,180 | 7,587 |
| 2020 | 114 | 77.2% | 2,342 | 3,892 | 6,174 |
| 2019 | 124 | 71.0% | 2,168 | 4,395 | 7,595 |
| 2018 | 202 | 73.8% | 1,966 | 4,334 | 7,926 |
| 2017 | 568 | 84.9% | 2,010 | 4,553 | 9,998 |
| 2016 | 595 | 78.5% | 2,318 | 5,627 | 10,254 |
How Long Does a Ajs Cadwell Last?
Based on 458 Ajs Cadwell vehicles on UK roads.
Ajs Cadwell Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ajs Cadwell MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ajs Cadwell
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.9% MOT pass rate from 568 tests
71.0% MOT pass rate from 124 tests
The best year to buy a used Ajs Cadwell is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.9% across 568 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ajs Cadwell Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajs Cadwell THIS CAR | 79.1% | 1,798 | 4,611 mi | 10 yrs |
| Ajs Modena | 79.2% | 7,928 | 2,950 mi | 12 yrs |
| Ajs Modena 125 | 81.5% | 3,197 | 2,430 mi | — yrs |
| Ajs Dd | 74.8% | 2,573 | 3,914 mi | 18 yrs |
| Audi A3 Sport Nav TDI | 92.2% | 701 | 78,733 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ajs Modena (79.2% pass rate) and the Ajs Modena 125 (81.5% pass rate), the Ajs Cadwell trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Ajs Cadwell has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.1% across 1,798 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ajs Cadwell with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Ajs Cadwell owner drives around 527 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Ajs Cadwell models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.