Pulse Adrenaline Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Pulse Adrenaline reliable? We analysed 1,261 real MOT tests across 250 vehicles to find out.
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The Pulse Adrenaline is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and footrest missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Pulse Adrenaline.
Pulse Adrenaline Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Pulse Adrenaline. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Pulse Adrenaline MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Pulse Adrenaline to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Pulse Adrenaline Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Pulse Adrenaline fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Pulse Adrenaline Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Pulse Adrenaline owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Pulse Adrenaline MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Pulse Adrenaline year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 78 | 89.7% | 2,086 | 4,226 | 5,266 |
| 2015 | 234 | 87.2% | 3,183 | 5,828 | 8,778 |
| 2014 | 269 | 83.3% | 2,533 | 6,318 | 11,920 |
| 2013 | 65 | 83.1% | 5,889 | 11,584 | 16,968 |
| 2011 | 55 | 61.8% | 5,172 | 10,977 | 17,740 |
| 2010 | 83 | 72.3% | 6,010 | 10,993 | 17,918 |
| 2009 | 122 | 66.4% | 5,785 | 12,989 | 20,473 |
| 2008 | 261 | 65.1% | 5,412 | 9,758 | 14,721 |
| 2007 | 74 | 62.2% | 6,434 | 15,916 | 22,179 |
How Long Does a Pulse Adrenaline Last?
Based on 250 Pulse Adrenaline vehicles on UK roads.
Pulse Adrenaline Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Pulse Adrenaline 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 Pulse Adrenaline
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.7% MOT pass rate from 78 tests
61.8% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
The best year to buy a used Pulse Adrenaline is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.7% across 78 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Pulse Adrenaline Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulse Adrenaline THIS CAR | 75.9% | 1,261 | 8,104 mi | 19 yrs |
| Pulse Bt 49 QT-9D1 | 75.3% | 4,311 | 5,311 mi | 17 yrs |
| Pulse Xf 125 GY-2B Adrenaline | 66.3% | 3,819 | 9,742 mi | 17 yrs |
| Pulse Xf | 67.4% | 3,107 | 9,254 mi | 14 yrs |
| Proton Ge | 67.3% | 976 | 71,930 mi | 34 yrs |
Compared to the Pulse Bt 49 QT-9D1 (75.3% pass rate) and the Pulse Xf 125 GY-2B Adrenaline (66.3% pass rate), the Pulse Adrenaline outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Pulse AdrenalineShould you buy a used Pulse Adrenaline?
The Pulse Adrenaline has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.9% across 1,261 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 Pulse Adrenaline are reflector on motorcycle missing (24 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (21), and footrest missing (19). 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 Pulse Adrenaline owner drives around 1,107 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 Pulse Adrenaline models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.