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Ktm 690 Smc R 19 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ktm 690 Smc R 19 reliable? We analysed 633 real MOT tests across 182 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 633 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.8%
Typical Mileage
4,120mi
Annual Mileage
614mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ktm 690 Smc R 19 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ktm 690 Smc R 19.

Ktm 690 Smc R 19 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ktm 690 Smc R 19. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ktm 690 Smc R 19 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ktm 690 Smc R 19 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

87.2%
2020
88.6%
2019

Ktm 690 Smc R 19 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ktm 690 Smc R 19 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4

Ktm 690 Smc R 19 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ktm 690 Smc R 19 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
224 mi/yr
Typical
614 mi/yr
Average
1,345 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,413 mi/yr

Ktm 690 Smc R 19 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ktm 690 Smc R 19 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 243 87.2% 2,288 4,072 7,011
2019 367 88.6% 2,158 4,038 7,737

How Long Does a Ktm 690 Smc R 19 Last?

Based on 182 Ktm 690 Smc R 19 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.1 years
Median
5.0 years

Ktm 690 Smc R 19 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ktm 690 Smc R 19 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
4,120 mi
75th Percentile
7,656 mi
95th Percentile
13,442 mi
Max Recorded
136,317 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ktm 690 Smc R 19

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

Best year
2019

88.6% MOT pass rate from 367 tests

Year to avoid
2020

87.2% MOT pass rate from 243 tests

The best year to buy a used Ktm 690 Smc R 19 is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.6% across 367 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ktm 690 Smc R 19 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ktm 690 Smc R 19 THIS CAR 87.8% 633 4,120 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
Kia Ceed 2 Isg CRDI 93.5% 477 66,407 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ktm 125 (76.8% pass rate) and the Ktm 950 (86.8% pass rate), the Ktm 690 Smc R 19 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ktm 690 Smc R 19?

The Ktm 690 Smc R 19 has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.8% across 633 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 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 Ktm 690 Smc R 19 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 690 Smc R 19 owner drives around 614 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 690 Smc R 19 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ktm 690 Smc R 19 reliable?
Based on 633 MOT tests, the Ktm 690 Smc R 19 has a 87.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ktm 690 Smc R 19?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ktm 690 Smc R 19 do per year?
The typical Ktm 690 Smc R 19 does around 614 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ktm 690 Smc R 19 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ktm 690 Smc R 19?
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 690 Smc R 19?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ktm 690 Smc R 19 is 2019 with a 88.6% pass rate across 367 tests.