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Motor Hispania Furia 50 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Motor Hispania Furia 50 reliable? We analysed 705 real MOT tests across 162 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 705 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
61.7%
Typical Mileage
9,931mi
Annual Mileage
908mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
25yrs

The Motor Hispania Furia 50 is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, reflector on motorcycle missing and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Motor Hispania Furia 50.

Motor Hispania Furia 50 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Motor Hispania Furia 50. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Motor Hispania Furia 50 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Motor Hispania Furia 50 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

61.8%
2004
59.7%
2003
62.6%
2002
58.6%
2001

Motor Hispania Furia 50 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Motor Hispania Furia 50 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
reflector on motorcycle missing 67
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34
Drive chain excessively loose 31
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 31
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 27
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 25
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
Direction indicators not working 23

Motor Hispania Furia 50 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Motor Hispania Furia 50 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
295 mi/yr
Typical
908 mi/yr
Average
1,684 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,388 mi/yr

Motor Hispania Furia 50 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Motor Hispania Furia 50 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2004 89 61.8% 7,152 10,757 17,110
2003 186 59.7% 6,136 12,391 18,960
2002 195 62.6% 6,832 10,346 12,953
2001 58 58.6% 5,396 7,074 10,025

How Long Does a Motor Hispania Furia 50 Last?

Based on 162 Motor Hispania Furia 50 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
7.2 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
25 years

Motor Hispania Furia 50 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Motor Hispania Furia 50 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
9,931 mi
75th Percentile
14,667 mi
95th Percentile
24,900 mi
Max Recorded
99,594 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Motor Hispania Furia 50

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

Best year
2002

62.6% MOT pass rate from 195 tests

Year to avoid
2001

58.6% MOT pass rate from 58 tests

The best year to buy a used Motor Hispania Furia 50 is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 62.6% across 195 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 58.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Motor Hispania Furia 50 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Motor Hispania Furia 50 THIS CAR 61.7% 705 9,931 mi 25 yrs
Motor Hispania RX50 64.5% 892 11,295 mi 25 yrs
Motor Hispania MH6V-X Furia 63.2% 672 11,061 mi 24 yrs
Motor Hispania MH6U-SM 63.4% 543 9,137 mi 25 yrs
Land Rover Range Rover Vogue SDV8 Auto 85.8% 365 73,151 mi — yrs

Compared to the Motor Hispania RX50 (64.5% pass rate) and the Motor Hispania MH6V-X Furia (63.2% pass rate), the Motor Hispania Furia 50 trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Motor Hispania Furia 50?

The Motor Hispania Furia 50 has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.7% across 705 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

The most common problems on the Motor Hispania Furia 50 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (78 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (67), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (40). 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 Motor Hispania Furia 50 owner drives around 908 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 Motor Hispania Furia 50 models stay on UK roads for around 25 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.

Motor Hispania Furia 50 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motor Hispania Furia 50 reliable?
Based on 705 MOT tests, the Motor Hispania Furia 50 has a 61.7% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Motor Hispania Furia 50?
The most common MOT failures are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, reflector on motorcycle missing, and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Motor Hispania Furia 50 do per year?
The typical Motor Hispania Furia 50 does around 908 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Motor Hispania Furia 50 last?
Most Motor Hispania Furia 50 models stay on UK roads for around 25 years based on our analysis of 162 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Motor Hispania Furia 50?
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 Motor Hispania Furia 50?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Motor Hispania Furia 50 is 2002 with a 62.6% pass rate across 195 tests.