Ktm 1290 Superduke R 18
MotorcycleFrom 543 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 excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, brake efficiency below minimum requirement and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, caused 2 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.
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| a wheel corroded, damaged or distorted to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected | 1 |
| a stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp | 1 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 1 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 1 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 1 |
| a pillion seat with a defective supporting structure | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 87.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2018 | 94% | excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
Typical mileage
Half of all 1290 Superduke R 18s tested had between 6,198 and 11,766 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 9,183 median miles, the 1290 Superduke R 18 has 0.081 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 Superduke R 18 MOT pass rate?
The Ktm 1290 Superduke R 18 has a 92.6% MOT pass rate based on 543 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ktm 1290 Superduke R 18?
The most common MOT failure on the Ktm 1290 Superduke R 18 is excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, which caused 2 failures. Other common issues include brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
What is the typical mileage of a Ktm 1290 Superduke R 18 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ktm 1290 Superduke R 18 is 9,183 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,198 and 11,766 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.