Keeway Superlight (2017)
2017 Keeway Superlight
CarHunch analysed 220 real MOT records for the 2017 Keeway Superlight. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Keeway Superlight passes its MOT first time in just 72.8% of cases, notably below the UK average of 80%, and nearly a third of these vehicles (32.3%) have been flagged for dangerous defects—a significant reliability concern for a budget commuter bike. With a median mileage of only 8,169 miles for a seven-year-old model, these machines typically see light use, yet they still average 1.13 failures and 3.2 advisories per test, suggesting inherent build quality issues rather than wear-and-tear problems.
If you're considering one, focus your pre-purchase inspection on the areas that commonly fail: check the service history meticulously and budget for remedial work, as the first-time pass rate indicates you're more likely than not to face repairs. Have a trusted mechanic do a full diagnostic before committing, as the high dangerous defect rate means safety-critical systems need extra scrutiny on this model.
What to check before buying a 2017 Keeway Superlight
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 32.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 219 | 72.6% | 1.14 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Keeway Superlight vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2017 Keeway Superlight vehicles fall between 4,426 and 13,470 miles.
2017 Keeway Superlight — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 58 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (45% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2017 Keeway Superlight
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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27%
Drive chain slightly loose
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21.2%
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive
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18.7%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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17.1%
Headlamp not working on dipped beam
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15.8%
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
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10.9%
Steering headbearing has slight free play
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10.4%
Drive chain excessively loose
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10.1%
Front Stop lamp not working
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017. Counts include advisories and failures.
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