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Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) reliable? We analysed 589 real MOT tests across 140 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 589 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
73.9%
Typical Mileage
1,104mi
Annual Mileage
106mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
17yrs

The Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and wheel bearing has excessive play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike).

Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike). Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

74.8%
2012
73.5%
2011
71.5%
2010
71.3%
2009

Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 47
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33
wheel bearing has excessive play 31
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 30
Steering rack gaiter split 25
registration plate missing 25
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 25
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 23
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 19
Stop lamp not working 19

Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
34 mi/yr
Typical
106 mi/yr
Average
440 mi/yr
Heavy usage
386 mi/yr

Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2012 111 74.8% 915 1,416 2,139
2011 102 73.5% 560 1,056 1,751
2010 123 71.5% 386 740 1,353
2009 202 71.3% 632 1,192 2,294

How Long Does a Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) Last?

Based on 140 Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) vehicles on UK roads.

Average
8.3 years
Median
8.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
17 years

Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
1,104 mi
75th Percentile
1,918 mi
95th Percentile
4,007 mi
Max Recorded
28,010 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike)

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2012

74.8% MOT pass rate from 111 tests

Year to avoid
2009

71.3% MOT pass rate from 202 tests

The best year to buy a used Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.8% across 111 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) THIS CAR 73.9% 589 1,104 mi 17 yrs
Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 69.9% 708 4,053 mi 22 yrs
Nissan Note Acenta Auto 84.6% 720 69,744 mi — yrs
BMW 325I SE 79.8% 744 98,786 mi — yrs
Benelli 502 Custom 91.6% 311 3,826 mi — yrs

Compared to the Z Y Motor Zy 50 QT-7 (69.9% pass rate) and the Nissan Note Acenta Auto (84.6% pass rate), the Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike)?

The Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.9% across 589 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) are suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (47 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (33), and wheel bearing has excessive play (31). 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.

A typical Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) owner drives around 106 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 Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) models stay on UK roads for around 17 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.

Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) reliable?
Based on 589 MOT tests, the Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) has a 73.9% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike)?
The most common MOT failures are suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush, parking brake: efficiency below requirements, and wheel bearing has excessive play. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) do per year?
The typical Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) does around 106 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) last?
Most Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) models stay on UK roads for around 17 years based on our analysis of 140 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike)?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike)?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Go-kart Df 500 Gk (quad Bike) is 2012 with a 74.8% pass rate across 111 tests.