Ktm 390 Duke 17
MotorcycleFrom 598 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 number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps. The top issue, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, caused 5 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 5 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 5 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 4 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 4 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 3 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 3 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 2 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute | 2 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 25% of 390 Duke 17 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 £60.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 87% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2017 | 88.2% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, 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 390 Duke 17s tested had between 4,020 and 8,514 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 5,742 median miles, the 390 Duke 17 has 0.209 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 390 Duke 17 MOT pass rate?
The Ktm 390 Duke 17 has a 88% MOT pass rate based on 598 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ktm 390 Duke 17?
The most common MOT failure on the Ktm 390 Duke 17 is number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Ktm 390 Duke 17 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ktm 390 Duke 17 is 5,742 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,020 and 8,514 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.