Keeway Rk MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 2,142 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 37.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Keeway Rk MOT Reliability Overview
The Keeway Rk is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,142 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 6 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.6% and a failure rate of 37.4%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Keeway Rk earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Keeway Rk presents for MOT with approximately 11,195 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2017 models achieve the highest pass rate at 72.0%, while 2015 models have the lowest at 59.8%. This 12.2 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Keeway Rk is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 34.0% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Motorcycle structure and attachments at 31.6%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 30.8%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Keeway Rk. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 8 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Keeway Rk ages relatively gracefully. The failure rate increase of 5% after warranty is below average, suggesting good long-term reliability. Peak failure occurs at age 8 (43.4% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 34.0% | 729 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 31.6% | 676 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 30.8% | 659 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering | 14.8% | 318 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 10.6% | 226 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Suspension | 9.9% | 213 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 3.0% | 64 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Drive System | 2.8% | 60 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.2% | 47 |
| 10 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.9% | 40 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.8% | 39 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.8% | 39 |
| 13 | Non-component Advisories | 1.2% | 25 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Wheels | 1.2% | 25 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.4% | 8 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 11,195 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 30.40 | 34.0% | 729 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 28.19 | 31.6% | 676 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 27.48 | 30.8% | 659 |
| Motorcycle steering | 13.26 | 14.8% | 318 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 9.42 | 10.6% | 226 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 8.88 | 9.9% | 213 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 2.67 | 3.0% | 64 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 2.50 | 2.8% | 60 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.96 | 2.2% | 47 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.67 | 1.9% | 40 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 1.63 | 1.8% | 39 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 1.63 | 1.8% | 39 |
| Non-component advisories | 1.04 | 1.2% | 25 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 1.04 | 1.2% | 25 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.33 | 0.4% | 8 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Keeway Rk has 11,195 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Keeway Rk has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 33.41% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Keeway Rk MOT Data
The Keeway Rk is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,142 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 6 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.6% and a failure rate of 37.4%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Keeway Rk owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle structure and attachments for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Rk is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 34.0% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 34.0% of MOT failures on the Keeway Rk. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 31.6% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 31.6% of MOT failures on the Keeway Rk. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 30.8% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 30.8% of MOT failures on the Keeway Rk. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Keeway Rk?
Based on 2,142 MOT tests in our database, the Keeway Rk has an overall pass rate of 62.6% (37.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Keeway Rk?
The top 3 reasons a Keeway Rk fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (34.0%), 2. Motorcycle structure and attachments (31.6%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (30.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Keeway Rk reliable?
With a 37.4% MOT failure rate, the Rk is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Keeway Rk?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (34.0%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (31.6%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (30.8%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.