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2018 Ktm 125 Duke 17 MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for 125 Duke 17 models manufactured in 2018, based on 481 real MOT test results.

73.4%
Pass Rate
26.6%
Fail Rate
481
Total Tests
10,362
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

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2018 Ktm 125 Duke 17 MOT Analysis

The 2018 Ktm 125 Duke 17 has an MOT pass rate of 73.4% based on 481 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 10,362 miles on the odometer. With a 26.6% failure rate, the 2018 125 Duke 17 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2018 Ktm 125 Duke 17 is Motorcycle brakes, responsible for 6.7% 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 5.2%. Motorcycle steering follows at 4.0%.

Top failures specific to 2018 models only. The overall 125 Duke 17 page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle brakes 6.7%
Motorcycle structure and attachments 5.2%
Motorcycle steering 4.0%

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 Brakes6.7%32
2Motorcycle Structure And Attachments5.2%25
3Motorcycle Steering4.0%19
4Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors3.7%18
5Motorcycle Suspension1.0%5
6Motorcycle Tyres0.6%3
7Identification Of The Vehicle0.2%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 10,362 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 brakes6.42% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments5.02% per 10K miMotorcycle steering3.81% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors3.61% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension1.00% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres0.60% per 10K miIdentification of the vehicle0.20% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle brakes6.426.7%32
Motorcycle structure and attachments5.025.2%25
Motorcycle steering3.814.0%19
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors3.613.7%18
Motorcycle suspension1.001.0%5
Motorcycle tyres0.600.6%3
Identification of the vehicle0.200.2%1

Mileage Statistics

10,362
Mean
6,527
Median
5,066
25th Percentile
12,561
75th Percentile
25.67% failures per 10K miles

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

About This Data

The 2018 Ktm 125 Duke 17 has an MOT pass rate of 73.4% based on 481 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 10,362 miles on the odometer. With a 26.6% failure rate, the 2018 125 Duke 17 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2018 Ktm 125 Duke 17, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. 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 10,362 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle brakes — 6.7% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on 2018 Ktm 125 Duke 17 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 — 5.2% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 5.2% of MOT failures on 2018 Ktm 125 Duke 17 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 steering — 4.0% of failures

Motorcycle steering issues account for 4.0% of MOT failures on 2018 Ktm 125 Duke 17 models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.

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

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