Ktm 1290 Superduke R 20
MotorcycleFrom 379 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps, caused 6 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 6 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 1 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 1 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 1 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 1 |
| an exhaust silencer marked ‘not for road use’, ‘track use only’ or similar words | 1 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 11.1% of 1290 Superduke R 20 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 £48.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 87.7% | rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all 1290 Superduke R 20s tested had between 4,970 and 10,160 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 7,623 median miles, the 1290 Superduke R 20 has 0.167 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 20 MOT pass rate?
The Ktm 1290 Superduke R 20 has a 87.3% MOT pass rate based on 379 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ktm 1290 Superduke R 20?
The most common MOT failure on the Ktm 1290 Superduke R 20 is rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps, which caused 6 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Ktm 1290 Superduke R 20 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ktm 1290 Superduke R 20 is 7,623 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,970 and 10,160 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.