Sachs Madass Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Sachs Madass reliable? We analysed 1,520 real MOT tests across 327 vehicles to find out.
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The Sachs Madass is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. and wheel bearings have excessive free play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sachs Madass.
Sachs Madass Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Sachs Madass. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Sachs Madass MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Sachs Madass to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Sachs Madass Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Sachs Madass fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Sachs Madass Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Sachs Madass owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Sachs Madass MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sachs Madass year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 55 | 80.0% | 850 | 1,531 | 2,183 |
| 2009 | 82 | 85.4% | 1,618 | 3,186 | 6,430 |
| 2008 | 242 | 83.9% | 866 | 1,963 | 4,525 |
| 2007 | 258 | 80.2% | 1,250 | 2,846 | 5,609 |
| 2006 | 333 | 76.6% | 234 | 1,486 | 3,975 |
| 2005 | 138 | 71.0% | 94 | 276 | 1,626 |
| 2004 | 304 | 77.6% | 70 | 422 | 2,067 |
How Long Does a Sachs Madass Last?
Based on 327 Sachs Madass vehicles on UK roads.
Sachs Madass Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Sachs Madass 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 Sachs Madass
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.4% MOT pass rate from 82 tests
71.0% MOT pass rate from 138 tests
The best year to buy a used Sachs Madass is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.4% across 82 tests. The 2005 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 Sachs Madass Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sachs Madass THIS CAR | 78.9% | 1,520 | 1,666 mi | 22 yrs |
| Sachs Roadster | 82.8% | 2,442 | 11,512 mi | 25 yrs |
| Sachs Xtc Supersport | 68.9% | 2,357 | 13,641 mi | 25 yrs |
| Sachs SX1 | 71.2% | 706 | 8,747 mi | 18 yrs |
| Toyota Esquire | 94.2% | 693 | 51,200 mi | 11 yrs |
Compared to the Sachs Roadster (82.8% pass rate) and the Sachs Xtc Supersport (68.9% pass rate), the Sachs Madass sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Sachs MadassShould you buy a used Sachs Madass?
The Sachs Madass has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.9% across 1,520 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 Sachs Madass are reflector on motorcycle missing (31 recorded failures), shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (25), and wheel bearings have excessive free play (25). 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 Sachs Madass owner drives around 98 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 Sachs Madass models stay on UK roads for around 22 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.