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Keeway Speed Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Keeway Speed reliable? We analysed 1,212 real MOT tests across 266 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,212 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
68.6%
Typical Mileage
10,560mi
Annual Mileage
1,574mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
19yrs

The Keeway Speed is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and drive chain worn to excess. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Keeway Speed.

Keeway Speed Number Plates

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

Keeway Speed MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

69%
2012
68.3%
2011
67%
2010
65.4%
2009
68.5%
2008
70%
2007

Keeway Speed Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
Drive chain worn to excess 28
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 25
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 24
wheel bearings have excessive free play 24
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Drive chain excessively loose 22
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 19
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 19

Keeway Speed Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
515 mi/yr
Typical
1,574 mi/yr
Average
3,406 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,571 mi/yr

Keeway Speed MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2012 84 69.0% 4,715 9,912 14,256
2011 145 68.3% 5,296 8,995 13,067
2010 185 67.0% 8,328 12,596 15,720
2009 127 65.4% 6,224 11,856 16,876
2008 178 68.5% 6,791 10,470 18,446
2007 404 70.0% 6,445 10,858 17,927

How Long Does a Keeway Speed Last?

Based on 266 Keeway Speed vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.6 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
19 years

Keeway Speed Mileage Distribution

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

Median
10,560 mi
75th Percentile
16,736 mi
95th Percentile
32,192 mi
Max Recorded
99,756 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Keeway Speed

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

Best year
2007

70.0% MOT pass rate from 404 tests

Year to avoid
2009

65.4% MOT pass rate from 127 tests

The best year to buy a used Keeway Speed is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.0% across 404 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Keeway Speed Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Keeway Speed THIS CAR 68.6% 1,212 10,560 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
Ford Transit Custom 340LMTD Eblue A 83.3% 2,048 46,024 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Keeway Speed?

The Keeway Speed has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.6% across 1,212 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Keeway Speed are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (61 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (35), and drive chain worn to excess (28). 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 Speed owner drives around 1,574 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 Speed 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 Speed — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Keeway Speed reliable?
Based on 1,212 MOT tests, the Keeway Speed has a 68.6% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Keeway Speed?
The most common MOT failures are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, and drive chain worn to excess. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Keeway Speed do per year?
The typical Keeway Speed does around 1,574 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Keeway Speed last?
Most Keeway Speed models stay on UK roads for around 19 years based on our analysis of 266 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Keeway Speed?
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 Speed?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Keeway Speed is 2007 with a 70.0% pass rate across 404 tests.