Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) reliable? We analysed 3,444 real MOT tests across 500 vehicles to find out.
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The Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include registration plate missing, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Dinli DL801 (quad Bike).
Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Dinli DL801 (quad Bike). Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 181 | 81.8% | 2,608 | 4,286 | 6,286 |
| 2012 | 193 | 80.8% | 2,212 | 4,417 | 5,851 |
| 2011 | 345 | 81.7% | 2,702 | 3,846 | 5,340 |
| 2010 | 433 | 82.7% | 2,095 | 3,314 | 5,600 |
| 2009 | 512 | 84.6% | 2,935 | 4,712 | 6,398 |
| 2008 | 1,110 | 80.7% | 2,153 | 3,670 | 5,864 |
| 2007 | 541 | 76.2% | 2,257 | 3,768 | 6,167 |
| 2006 | 117 | 68.4% | 1,060 | 2,349 | 3,818 |
How Long Does a Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) Last?
Based on 500 Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) vehicles on UK roads.
Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) 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 Dinli DL801 (quad Bike)
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.6% MOT pass rate from 512 tests
68.4% MOT pass rate from 117 tests
The best year to buy a used Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.6% across 512 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) THIS CAR | 80.6% | 3,444 | 3,892 mi | 20 yrs |
| Dinli 801 | 77.7% | 618 | 1,742 mi | 19 yrs |
| Burstner Unknown | 91.3% | 1,185 | 11,781 mi | — yrs |
| Jeep Compass 70TH Anniversary Crd | 69.9% | 1,481 | 69,195 mi | 15 yrs |
| Honda XL 125 V-b | 85.5% | 1,588 | 13,986 mi | 16 yrs |
Compared to the Dinli 801 (77.7% pass rate) and the Burstner Unknown (91.3% pass rate), the Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.6% across 3,444 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) are registration plate missing (104 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (76), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (63). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) owner drives around 344 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 Dinli DL801 (quad Bike) models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching 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.