Ktm 300 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ktm 300 reliable? We analysed 3,242 real MOT tests across 740 vehicles to find out.
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The Ktm 300 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ktm 300.
Ktm 300 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ktm 300. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ktm 300 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ktm 300 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ktm 300 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ktm 300 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ktm 300 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ktm 300 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 267 | 82.0% | 1,482 | 2,345 | 3,859 |
| 2015 | 1,032 | 83.7% | 1,571 | 2,539 | 3,533 |
| 2014 | 816 | 83.5% | 1,775 | 2,783 | 3,902 |
| 2013 | 377 | 83.6% | 1,467 | 2,294 | 3,383 |
| 2012 | 202 | 81.7% | 1,343 | 2,205 | 3,122 |
| 2011 | 91 | 81.3% | 1,938 | 2,655 | 4,185 |
| 2010 | 89 | 84.3% | 1,754 | 2,651 | 3,960 |
How Long Does a Ktm 300 Last?
Based on 740 Ktm 300 vehicles on UK roads.
Ktm 300 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ktm 300 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 300
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.3% MOT pass rate from 89 tests
81.3% MOT pass rate from 91 tests
The best year to buy a used Ktm 300 is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.3% across 89 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ktm 300 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ktm 300 THIS CAR | 83.3% | 3,242 | 2,488 mi | 16 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 Sky Rose | 66% | 3,179 | 58,821 mi | 37 yrs |
Compared to the Ktm 125 (76.8% pass rate) and the Ktm 950 (86.8% pass rate), the Ktm 300 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ktm 300Should you buy a used Ktm 300?
The Ktm 300 has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.3% across 3,242 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
A typical Ktm 300 owner drives around 296 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 300 models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.