Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 345 vehicles, the 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 81.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Keeway Rkf 125 E4 (2020)

345 real MOT outcomes analysed • 81.3% first-time pass rate

2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4

CarHunch analysed 345 real MOT records for the 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 345 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2020 Keeway RKF 125 E4 significantly underperforms the UK average, with a first-time MOT pass rate of just 57.3% against the national benchmark of 80%—a red flag for reliability. About 1 in 10 owners (10.4%) have encountered dangerous defects, which is a meaningful concern for a budget commuter bike.

At just under 6,800 miles on average for a four-year-old machine, these bikes are running low mileage, yet they're still racking up 0.45 failures and 2.0 advisories per test, suggesting quality control or durability issues rather than wear-and-tear problems. If you're considering one, factor in a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with Chinese-market bikes, and budget for remedial work before your first MOT.

The 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4 passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (81.3%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

81.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

10.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.45

Over 2.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–9k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 2 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 345 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 345 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 10.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	340	81.2%	0.45

Colour Breakdown

Based on 516 Keeway Rkf 125 E4 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Green 36%

186

Black 24.8%

128

White 19.8%

102

Red 19.4%

100

Mileage Distribution

Most 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

5,771

typical

2,744

low mileage

8,696

high mileage

Half of all 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4 vehicles fall between 2,744 and 8,696 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,744 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 2,744–8,696 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4s sit.

⚠ Over 11,739 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2020 Keeway Rkf 125 E4s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 147 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 92% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.45

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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