Keeway Superlight Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Keeway Superlight reliable? We analysed 13,442 real MOT tests across 3,369 vehicles to find out.
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The Keeway Superlight is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Keeway Superlight.
Keeway Superlight Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Keeway Superlight. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Keeway Superlight MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Keeway Superlight to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Keeway Superlight Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Keeway Superlight fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Keeway Superlight Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Keeway Superlight models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Keeway Superlight Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Keeway Superlight owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Keeway Superlight MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Keeway Superlight year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 274 | 73.0% | 3,872 | 7,092 | 11,984 |
| 2020 | 1,560 | 75.3% | 3,190 | 7,167 | 11,979 |
| 2019 | 1,214 | 70.0% | 4,378 | 7,866 | 12,941 |
| 2018 | 1,225 | 72.4% | 4,218 | 8,183 | 13,155 |
| 2017 | 894 | 71.5% | 4,695 | 8,720 | 14,887 |
| 2016 | 2,629 | 72.4% | 3,909 | 8,534 | 14,752 |
| 2015 | 1,505 | 70.9% | 4,907 | 10,428 | 17,192 |
| 2014 | 1,224 | 72.3% | 5,638 | 10,748 | 17,604 |
| 2013 | 786 | 69.3% | 5,826 | 11,092 | 18,455 |
| 2012 | 339 | 67.0% | 5,768 | 8,937 | 14,270 |
| 2011 | 407 | 69.5% | 3,958 | 9,064 | 16,105 |
| 2010 | 235 | 72.8% | 4,068 | 10,631 | 18,062 |
| 2009 | 233 | 70.4% | 4,496 | 8,592 | 13,922 |
| 2008 | 314 | 70.1% | 4,455 | 9,934 | 18,089 |
| 2007 | 413 | 69.7% | 5,070 | 9,502 | 16,386 |
How Long Does a Keeway Superlight Last?
Based on 3,369 Keeway Superlight vehicles on UK roads.
Keeway Superlight Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Keeway Superlight MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Keeway Superlight
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.3% MOT pass rate from 1,560 tests
67.0% MOT pass rate from 339 tests
The best year to buy a used Keeway Superlight is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.3% across 1,560 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Keeway Superlight Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keeway Superlight THIS CAR | 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 |
| Keeway Superlight 125 E5 | 74.5% | 1,899 | 6,729 mi | — yrs |
| Honda CBF125 | 76.5% | 9,423 | 12,942 mi | 18 yrs |
Compared to the Keeway Rk (71.6% pass rate) and the Keeway Tx (68.4% pass rate), the Keeway Superlight outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Keeway Superlight has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.7% across 13,442 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common failure point is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies with 140 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Keeway Superlight with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Keeway Superlight owner drives around 1,289 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 Superlight 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.