Ktm Freeride Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ktm Freeride reliable? We analysed 1,809 real MOT tests across 360 vehicles to find out.
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The Ktm Freeride is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ktm Freeride.
Ktm Freeride Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ktm Freeride. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ktm Freeride MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ktm Freeride to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ktm Freeride Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ktm Freeride fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ktm Freeride Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ktm Freeride owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ktm Freeride MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ktm Freeride year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 231 | 84.0% | 1,010 | 1,733 | 3,126 |
| 2015 | 492 | 83.5% | 990 | 1,705 | 2,846 |
| 2014 | 547 | 83.2% | 1,131 | 2,103 | 3,791 |
| 2013 | 351 | 78.3% | 1,096 | 1,814 | 3,112 |
| 2012 | 156 | 79.5% | 1,015 | 1,725 | 3,247 |
How Long Does a Ktm Freeride Last?
Based on 360 Ktm Freeride vehicles on UK roads.
Ktm Freeride Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ktm Freeride 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 Freeride
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.0% MOT pass rate from 231 tests
78.3% MOT pass rate from 351 tests
The best year to buy a used Ktm Freeride is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.0% across 231 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ktm Freeride Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ktm Freeride THIS CAR | 82.1% | 1,809 | 1,866 mi | 14 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 1300 | 75.5% | 2,322 | 46,594 mi | 58 yrs |
Compared to the Ktm 125 (76.8% pass rate) and the Ktm 950 (86.8% pass rate), the Ktm Freeride sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Ktm Freeride has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.1% across 1,809 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam with 8 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
A typical Ktm Freeride owner drives around 207 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 Freeride models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. 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.