Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 18
MotorcycleFrom 481 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, a wheel bearing excessively rough and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, caused 2 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 1 |
| on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel | 1 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 1 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 1 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 1 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 87.4% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a wheel bearing with excessive play |
| 2018 | 94% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel |
Typical mileage
Half of all 1290 Super Adventure S 18s tested had between 8,120 and 19,523 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 13,075 median miles, the 1290 Super Adventure S 18 has 0.065 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 18 MOT pass rate?
The Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 18 has a 91.5% MOT pass rate based on 481 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 18?
The most common MOT failure on the Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 18 is reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, which caused 2 failures. Other common issues include a wheel bearing excessively rough.
What is the typical mileage of a Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 18 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ktm 1290 Super Adventure S 18 is 13,075 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 8,120 and 19,523 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.