Ktm 250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ktm 250 reliable? We analysed 6,239 real MOT tests across 1,473 vehicles to find out.
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The Ktm 250 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ktm 250.
Ktm 250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ktm 250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ktm 250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ktm 250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ktm 250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ktm 250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ktm 250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ktm 250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 57 | 94.7% | 532 | 1,083 | 1,371 |
| 2017 | 92 | 84.8% | 686 | 1,382 | 2,297 |
| 2016 | 620 | 84.2% | 1,451 | 2,422 | 3,777 |
| 2015 | 1,506 | 84.3% | 1,481 | 2,237 | 3,474 |
| 2014 | 1,355 | 82.9% | 1,600 | 2,388 | 3,711 |
| 2013 | 789 | 80.2% | 1,639 | 2,381 | 3,689 |
| 2012 | 261 | 82.4% | 1,380 | 2,540 | 4,118 |
| 2011 | 250 | 80.0% | 941 | 2,062 | 3,252 |
| 2010 | 237 | 79.7% | 1,226 | 2,487 | 3,850 |
| 2009 | 147 | 85.7% | 1,528 | 2,272 | 3,163 |
| 2008 | 162 | 84.0% | 1,485 | 2,400 | 4,096 |
| 2007 | 170 | 76.5% | 754 | 2,373 | 3,382 |
| 2006 | 73 | 80.8% | 952 | 1,685 | 2,317 |
| 2003 | 99 | 76.8% | 400 | 1,493 | 2,500 |
| 2002 | 168 | 83.9% | 306 | 1,134 | 3,060 |
How Long Does a Ktm 250 Last?
Based on 1,473 Ktm 250 vehicles on UK roads.
Ktm 250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ktm 250 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 Ktm 250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.7% MOT pass rate from 57 tests
76.5% MOT pass rate from 170 tests
The best year to buy a used Ktm 250 is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.7% across 57 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ktm 250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ktm 250 THIS CAR | 82.7% | 6,239 | 2,300 mi | 24 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 |
| Austin Mini Piccadilly | 63.4% | 2,627 | 50,626 mi | 40 yrs |
Compared to the Ktm 125 (76.8% pass rate) and the Ktm 950 (86.8% pass rate), the Ktm 250 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ktm 250Should you buy a used Ktm 250?
The Ktm 250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.7% across 6,239 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
A typical Ktm 250 owner drives around 260 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 Ktm 250 models stay on UK roads for around 24 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.