Ktm 790 Adventure R 20
MotorcycleFrom 328 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements and reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear. The top issue, a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall, 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.
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 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 | 2 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 1 |
| a wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up or directional control impaired | 1 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 95.1% | a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all 790 Adventure R 20s tested had between 3,674 and 12,453 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 7,080 median miles, the 790 Adventure R 20 has 0.069 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 790 Adventure R 20 MOT pass rate?
The Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 has a 95.1% MOT pass rate based on 328 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ktm 790 Adventure R 20?
The most common MOT failure on the Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 is a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall, which caused 2 failures. Other common issues include number plate does not conform to the specified requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 is 7,080 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,674 and 12,453 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.