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Ktm 350 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ktm 350 reliable? We analysed 4,902 real MOT tests across 917 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,902 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.7%
Typical Mileage
2,811mi
Annual Mileage
291mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
15yrs

The Ktm 350 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ktm 350.

Ktm 350 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ktm 350. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ktm 350 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ktm 350 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

86.3%
2017
88.3%
2016
82.3%
2015
83.1%
2014
82.4%
2013
86.3%
2012
84.7%
2011

Ktm 350 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ktm 350 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
106 mi/yr
Typical
291 mi/yr
Average
478 mi/yr
Heavy usage
633 mi/yr

Ktm 350 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ktm 350 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2017 51 86.3% 615 1,866 4,118
2016 631 88.3% 1,549 2,372 3,861
2015 1,460 82.3% 1,672 2,824 4,331
2014 1,629 83.1% 2,000 3,245 4,763
2013 624 82.4% 1,626 2,531 4,049
2012 234 86.3% 1,476 2,488 3,786
2011 111 84.7% 1,311 2,374 2,834

How Long Does a Ktm 350 Last?

Based on 917 Ktm 350 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
8.5 years
Median
9.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
15 years

Ktm 350 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ktm 350 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
2,811 mi
75th Percentile
4,356 mi
95th Percentile
8,089 mi
Max Recorded
21,498 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ktm 350

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

Best year
2016

88.3% MOT pass rate from 631 tests

Year to avoid
2015

82.3% MOT pass rate from 1,460 tests

The best year to buy a used Ktm 350 is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.3% across 631 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ktm 350 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ktm 350 THIS CAR 83.7% 4,902 2,811 mi 15 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
Kia Xceed First Edition PHEV S-a 88.1% 2,301 31,598 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ktm 125 (76.8% pass rate) and the Ktm 950 (86.8% pass rate), the Ktm 350 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ktm 350?

The Ktm 350 has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.7% across 4,902 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Ktm 350 owner drives around 291 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 350 models stay on UK roads for around 15 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.

Ktm 350 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ktm 350 reliable?
Based on 4,902 MOT tests, the Ktm 350 has a 83.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ktm 350?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ktm 350 do per year?
The typical Ktm 350 does around 291 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ktm 350 last?
Most Ktm 350 models stay on UK roads for around 15 years based on our analysis of 917 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ktm 350?
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 350?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ktm 350 is 2016 with a 88.3% pass rate across 631 tests.