Keeway Rk
MotorcycleFrom 309 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a transmission belt, chain and sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 13 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 13 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 11 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 10 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 7 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 7 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 6 |
| wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering | 5 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 5 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 4 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 5.6% of Rk failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £43.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 67.7% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
Typical mileage
Half of all Rks tested had between 6,345 and 16,563 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 9,945 median miles, the Rk has 0.29 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Keeway models
| Keeway Superlight | 68.7% |
Common questions
What is the Keeway Rk MOT pass rate?
The Keeway Rk has a 71.2% MOT pass rate based on 309 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Keeway Rk?
The most common MOT failure on the Keeway Rk is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Keeway Rk at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Keeway Rk is 9,945 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,345 and 16,563 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.