Ktm 690 Duke MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,168 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 15.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ktm 690 Duke MOT Reliability Overview
The Ktm 690 Duke is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,168 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.2% and a failure rate of 15.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ktm 690 Duke earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Ktm 690 Duke presents for MOT with approximately 9,729 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2010 models achieve the highest pass rate at 88.1%, while 2011 models have the lowest at 78.1%. This 10.0 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Ktm 690 Duke is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 8.5% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors at 5.9%. Motorcycle tyres and wheels rounds out the top three at 3.3%. 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
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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 Lighting And Signalling | 9.1% | 106 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 5.9% | 69 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 3.3% | 39 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Brakes | 2.7% | 32 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.5% | 29 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.1% | 24 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.8% | 21 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Drive System | 1.5% | 18 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 0.9% | 10 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.7% | 8 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.6% | 7 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.6% | 7 |
| 13 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.5% | 6 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.3% | 3 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,729 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 lighting and signalling | 9.33 | 9.1% | 106 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 6.07 | 5.9% | 69 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 3.43 | 3.3% | 39 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.82 | 2.7% | 32 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 2.55 | 2.5% | 29 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 2.11 | 2.1% | 24 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.85 | 1.8% | 21 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 1.58 | 1.5% | 18 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.88 | 0.9% | 10 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.70 | 0.7% | 8 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.62 | 0.6% | 7 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.62 | 0.6% | 7 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.53 | 0.5% | 6 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.26 | 0.3% | 3 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.09 | 0.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ktm 690 Duke has 9,729 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 Ktm 690 Duke has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 16.24% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Ktm 690 Duke MOT Data
The Ktm 690 Duke is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,168 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.2% and a failure rate of 15.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ktm 690 Duke owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle lamps and reflectors 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 690 Duke is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 8.5% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 8.5% of MOT failures on the Ktm 690 Duke. Motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 — 5.9% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 5.9% of MOT failures on the Ktm 690 Duke. 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.
Motorcycle tyres and wheels — 3.3% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 3.3% of MOT failures on the Ktm 690 Duke. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Ktm 690 Duke?
Based on 1,168 MOT tests in our database, the Ktm 690 Duke has an overall pass rate of 84.2% (15.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ktm 690 Duke?
The top 3 reasons a Ktm 690 Duke fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (8.5%), 2. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.9%), 3. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (3.3%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ktm 690 Duke reliable?
With a 15.8% MOT failure rate, the 690 Duke is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ktm 690 Duke?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (8.5%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.9%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (3.3%). 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.