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Keeway Hurricane Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Keeway Hurricane reliable? We analysed 1,761 real MOT tests across 487 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,761 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
69.2%
Typical Mileage
6,768mi
Annual Mileage
765mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
19yrs

The Keeway Hurricane is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, brake lever has inadequate reserve travel and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Keeway Hurricane.

Keeway Hurricane Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Keeway Hurricane. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Keeway Hurricane MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Keeway Hurricane to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

71.4%
2011
73.6%
2010
69.1%
2009
68.9%
2008
67.3%
2007

Keeway Hurricane Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Keeway Hurricane fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 136
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 76
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 68
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 50
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 43
reflector on motorcycle missing 41
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 40
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28

Keeway Hurricane Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Keeway Hurricane owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
157 mi/yr
Typical
765 mi/yr
Average
1,615 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,874 mi/yr

Keeway Hurricane MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Keeway Hurricane year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2011 77 71.4% 2,607 3,863 8,537
2010 87 73.6% 4,782 7,391 10,604
2009 152 69.1% 3,816 6,066 7,809
2008 386 68.9% 3,997 7,069 10,208
2007 902 67.3% 4,444 7,516 11,732

How Long Does a Keeway Hurricane Last?

Based on 487 Keeway Hurricane vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.9 years
Median
5.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
19 years

Keeway Hurricane Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Keeway Hurricane MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
6,768 mi
75th Percentile
10,530 mi
95th Percentile
16,176 mi
Max Recorded
154,030 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Keeway Hurricane

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2010

73.6% MOT pass rate from 87 tests

Year to avoid
2007

67.3% MOT pass rate from 902 tests

The best year to buy a used Keeway Hurricane is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.6% across 87 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Keeway Hurricane Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Keeway Hurricane THIS CAR 69.2% 1,761 6,768 mi 19 yrs
Keeway Superlight 71.7% 13,442 8,861 mi 19 yrs
Keeway Rk 71.6% 3,504 9,357 mi 13 yrs
Keeway Tx 68.4% 2,136 11,284 mi 14 yrs
Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto 74.4% 2,111 52,338 mi 22 yrs

Compared to the Keeway Superlight (71.7% pass rate) and the Keeway Rk (71.6% pass rate), the Keeway Hurricane trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Keeway Hurricane?

The Keeway Hurricane has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.2% across 1,761 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Keeway Hurricane are tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (136 recorded failures), brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (76), and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (68). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Keeway Hurricane owner drives around 765 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Keeway Hurricane models stay on UK roads for around 19 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Keeway Hurricane — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Keeway Hurricane reliable?
Based on 1,761 MOT tests, the Keeway Hurricane has a 69.2% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Keeway Hurricane?
The most common MOT failures are tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, and shock absorber has inadequate damping effect.. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Keeway Hurricane do per year?
The typical Keeway Hurricane does around 765 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Keeway Hurricane last?
Most Keeway Hurricane models stay on UK roads for around 19 years based on our analysis of 487 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Keeway Hurricane?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Keeway Hurricane?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Keeway Hurricane is 2010 with a 73.6% pass rate across 87 tests.