Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Keeway Tx?

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 2016 Keeway Tx?

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 2016 Keeway Tx?

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 2016 Keeway Tx vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

38% 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 2016 Keeway Tx reliable?

Based on MOT data from 185 vehicles, the 2016 Keeway Tx has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Keeway Tx?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Keeway Tx are: Drive chain slightly loose (26.3% of vehicles), Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (25.6% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (22.1% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Keeway Tx?

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 Tx (2016)

185 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.9% first-time pass rate

2016 Keeway Tx

CarHunch analysed 185 real MOT records for the 2016 Keeway Tx. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 KEEWAY TX falls short of the UK average, with a 73.9% first-time pass rate compared to 80%, and that gap widens when you consider that 38.4% of these bikes have recorded at least one dangerous defect—well above acceptable thresholds for a buyer's peace of mind. This is a genuine reliability concern that shouldn't be overlooked.

At just over 10,000 miles median mileage, these machines are lightly used for their age, yet they're already averaging 1.16 failures and 5.6 advisories per MOT, suggesting underlying build or maintenance quality issues rather than simple wear. Before committing to one, have a trusted mechanic inspect the brakes, lights, and chassis for corrosion—the advisory frequency points to neglected basics that compound quickly.

We have limited data for the 2016 Keeway Tx — 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

73.9%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

38.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.16

Over 3.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

10k

Middle half: 5k–16k

For context

These stats describe 185 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 185 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Lighting 26.3%

Drive chain slightly loose · Rear reflector missing · Headlamp not working on dipped beam · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 25.6%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Drive chain excessively loose

Tyre wear 22.1%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 19.2%

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied · Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Exhaust & emissions 10.9%

Exhaust noisy

Suspension & steering 10.6%

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Keeway Tx

Based on MOT data from 185 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 38.4% 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

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Keeway Tx 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.

10,403

typical

5,471

low mileage

16,272

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Keeway Tx vehicles fall between 5,471 and 16,272 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,471 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.

✓ 5,471–16,272 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Keeway Txs sit.

⚠ Over 21,967 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Keeway Tx — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 30% of 2016 Keeway Txs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 31 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (30% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

3.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.16

Avg failures per vehicle

5.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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