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Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 reliable? We analysed 644 real MOT tests across 233 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 644 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.7%
Typical Mileage
7,616mi
Annual Mileage
1,460mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ktm 790 Adventure R 20.

Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ktm 790 Adventure R 20. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93.1%
2020

Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 2
Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up 2

Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
568 mi/yr
Typical
1,460 mi/yr
Average
2,123 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,867 mi/yr

Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 591 93.1% 4,472 7,495 13,060

How Long Does a Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 Last?

Based on 233 Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.5 years
Median
5.0 years

Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
7,616 mi
75th Percentile
12,964 mi
95th Percentile
21,898 mi
Max Recorded
41,964 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ktm 790 Adventure R 20

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

Best year
2020

93.1% MOT pass rate from 591 tests

The best year to buy a used Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.1% across 591 tests.

How Does the Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 THIS CAR 92.7% 644 7,616 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
Harley-davidson Fxlrs Low Rider S 1868 20 91% 1,008 6,648 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ktm 125 (76.8% pass rate) and the Ktm 950 (86.8% pass rate), the Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ktm 790 Adventure R 20?

The Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.7% across 644 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 790 Adventure R 20 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 790 Adventure R 20 owner drives around 1,460 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 790 Adventure R 20 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 reliable?
Based on 644 MOT tests, the Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 has a 92.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ktm 790 Adventure R 20?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 do per year?
The typical Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 does around 1,460 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ktm 790 Adventure R 20?
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 790 Adventure R 20?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ktm 790 Adventure R 20 is 2020 with a 93.1% pass rate across 591 tests.