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2013 Keeway Rkv 125 MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Rkv 125 models manufactured in 2013, based on 227 real MOT test results.

53.7%
Pass Rate
46.3%
Fail Rate
227
Total Tests
12,712
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

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2013 Keeway Rkv 125 MOT Analysis

The 2013 Keeway Rkv 125 has an MOT pass rate of 53.7% based on 227 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 12,712 miles on the odometer. With a 46.3% failure rate, the 2013 Rkv 125 is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2013 Keeway Rkv 125 is Motorcycle brakes, responsible for 4.0% of failures. 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 range from £150–400. Motorcycle structure and attachments is the second most common issue at 3.5%. Motorcycle suspension follows at 2.6%.

Top failures specific to 2013 models only. The overall Rkv 125 page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle brakes 4.0%
Motorcycle structure and attachments 3.5%
Motorcycle suspension 2.6%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Brakes4.0%9
2Motorcycle Structure And Attachments3.5%8
3Motorcycle Suspension2.6%6
4Identification Of The Vehicle2.2%5
5Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors2.2%5
6Motorcycle Wheels0.9%2
7Motorcycle Steering0.9%2
8Motorcycle Tyres0.4%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 12,712 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle brakes3.12% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments2.77% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension2.08% per 10K miIdentification of the vehicle1.73% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors1.73% per 10K miMotorcycle wheels0.69% per 10K miMotorcycle steering0.69% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres0.35% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle brakes3.124.0%9
Motorcycle structure and attachments2.773.5%8
Motorcycle suspension2.082.6%6
Identification of the vehicle1.732.2%5
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors1.732.2%5
Motorcycle wheels0.690.9%2
Motorcycle steering0.690.9%2
Motorcycle tyres0.350.4%1

Mileage Statistics

12,712
Mean
7,679
Median
5,818
25th Percentile
16,498
75th Percentile
36.42% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2013 Keeway Rkv 125 has an MOT pass rate of 53.7% based on 227 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 12,712 miles on the odometer. With a 46.3% failure rate, the 2013 Rkv 125 is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2013 Keeway Rkv 125, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle brakes: 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). With relatively low average mileage of 12,712 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle brakes — 4.0% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 4.0% of MOT failures on 2013 Keeway Rkv 125 models. 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 — 3.5% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 3.5% of MOT failures on 2013 Keeway Rkv 125 models. 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 suspension — 2.6% of failures

Motorcycle suspension issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 2013 Keeway Rkv 125 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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