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Ktm Rc 125 18 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ktm Rc 125 18 reliable? We analysed 1,114 real MOT tests across 332 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,114 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
81.9%
Typical Mileage
8,830mi
Annual Mileage
1,818mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ktm Rc 125 18 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ktm Rc 125 18.

Ktm Rc 125 18 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ktm Rc 125 18. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ktm Rc 125 18 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ktm Rc 125 18 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

81%
2020
80.9%
2019
83.3%
2018

Ktm Rc 125 18 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ktm Rc 125 18 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 9

Ktm Rc 125 18 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ktm Rc 125 18 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
698 mi/yr
Typical
1,818 mi/yr
Average
2,343 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,311 mi/yr

Ktm Rc 125 18 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ktm Rc 125 18 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 327 81.0% 4,801 9,286 13,779
2019 408 80.9% 3,834 8,200 12,414
2018 353 83.3% 5,544 9,375 13,435

How Long Does a Ktm Rc 125 18 Last?

Based on 332 Ktm Rc 125 18 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.8 years
Median
5.0 years

Ktm Rc 125 18 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ktm Rc 125 18 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
8,830 mi
75th Percentile
13,310 mi
95th Percentile
21,727 mi
Max Recorded
38,131 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ktm Rc 125 18

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

Best year
2018

83.3% MOT pass rate from 353 tests

Year to avoid
2019

80.9% MOT pass rate from 408 tests

The best year to buy a used Ktm Rc 125 18 is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.3% across 353 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ktm Rc 125 18 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ktm Rc 125 18 THIS CAR 81.9% 1,114 8,830 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
Hyundai Matrix Gsi 69.6% 1,225 82,980 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ktm 125 (76.8% pass rate) and the Ktm 950 (86.8% pass rate), the Ktm Rc 125 18 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ktm Rc 125 18?

The Ktm Rc 125 18 has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.9% across 1,114 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 Rc 125 18 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 Rc 125 18 owner drives around 1,818 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 Rc 125 18 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ktm Rc 125 18 reliable?
Based on 1,114 MOT tests, the Ktm Rc 125 18 has a 81.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ktm Rc 125 18?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ktm Rc 125 18 do per year?
The typical Ktm Rc 125 18 does around 1,818 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ktm Rc 125 18 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ktm Rc 125 18?
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 Rc 125 18?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ktm Rc 125 18 is 2018 with a 83.3% pass rate across 353 tests.