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Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 reliable? We analysed 553 real MOT tests across 116 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 553 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.9%
Typical Mileage
11,427mi
Annual Mileage
1,310mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17.

Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.8%
2018
94.8%
2017

Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 1
Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1
Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail 1
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm very uneven wear, possible bulge 1

Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
668 mi/yr
Typical
1,310 mi/yr
Average
2,041 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,528 mi/yr

Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2018 171 91.8% 7,550 11,407 17,078
2017 365 94.8% 7,410 11,052 16,466

How Long Does a Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 Last?

Based on 116 Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.5 years
Median
7.0 years

Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
11,427 mi
75th Percentile
17,156 mi
95th Percentile
28,937 mi
Max Recorded
48,787 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17

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

Best year
2017

94.8% MOT pass rate from 365 tests

Year to avoid
2018

91.8% MOT pass rate from 171 tests

The best year to buy a used Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.8% across 365 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 THIS CAR 93.9% 553 11,427 mi — yrs
Ktm 125 76.8% 13,595 10,169 mi 21 yrs
Ktm 950 86.8% 11,776 15,596 mi 23 yrs
Ktm 640 LC4-E 83.6% 9,903 8,082 mi 27 yrs
BMW 320D M Sport + Edition MHEV A 87.3% 750 35,856 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ktm 125 (76.8% pass rate) and the Ktm 950 (86.8% pass rate), the Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17?

The Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.9% across 553 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 owner drives around 1,310 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.

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.

Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 reliable?
Based on 553 MOT tests, the Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 has a 93.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 do per year?
The typical Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 does around 1,310 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17?
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 Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ktm 1090 Adventure R 17 is 2017 with a 94.8% pass rate across 365 tests.