Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std?

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 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std?

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 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std?

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.

How many 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

24% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std reliable?

Based on MOT data from 234 vehicles, the 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.9%, 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 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std?

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 Rks 125 Std (2018)

234 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.9% first-time pass rate

2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std

CarHunch analysed 234 real MOT records for the 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2018 Keeway RKS 125 is a significant reliability concern: only 51% pass their MOT first time, well below the UK average of 80%, and nearly a quarter of these bikes develop dangerous defects during ownership. For a 125cc commuter bike with modest mileage (median 5,866 miles), this failure rate is poor—you'd expect better durability at this price point and engine size.

The average bike racks up 0.64 failures and 2.0 advisories per test, suggesting persistent issues rather than isolated problems. Before buying one, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection focused on the engine, braking system, and electrics, and budget for regular maintenance to avoid becoming another failed MOT statistic.

We have limited data for the 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

76.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

23.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.64

Over 2.6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–8k

For context

These stats describe 234 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 234 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 23.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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%)	232	77.2%	0.63

Colour Breakdown

Based on 690 Keeway Rks 125 Std vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 35.2%

243

Black 35.1%

242

Red 29.7%

205

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std 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.

5,866

typical

3,706

low mileage

7,982

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std vehicles fall between 3,706 and 7,982 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,706 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.

✓ 3,706–7,982 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Stds sit.

⚠ Over 10,775 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Keeway Rks 125 Std — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 42% of 2018 Keeway Rks 125 Stds are still active.

Numbers are declining — 44 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (42% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.64

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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