Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 17
MotorcycleFrom 407 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and brake control has insufficient reserve travel. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 4 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 transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 4 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 1 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 1 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 1 |
| a tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords | 1 |
| a tyre cords exposed or damaged | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 93.9% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all 1290 Super Adventure S 17s tested had between 12,660 and 24,580 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 17,123 median miles, the 1290 Super Adventure S 17 has 0.034 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ktm models
| Ktm 125 | 76.5% |
| Ktm 1290 | 91.6% |
| Ktm Unclassified | 82.4% |
| Ktm 690 | 85.5% |
Common questions
What is the Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 17 MOT pass rate?
The Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 17 has a 94.1% MOT pass rate based on 407 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 17?
The most common MOT failure on the Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 17 is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 17 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 17 is 17,123 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 12,660 and 24,580 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.