Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Ksr Moto Grs?

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 Ksr Moto Grs?

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 Ksr Moto Grs?

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 Ksr Moto Grs vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

36% 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 Ksr Moto Grs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 233 vehicles, the 2016 Ksr Moto Grs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.4%, 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 2016 Ksr Moto Grs?

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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Ksr Moto Grs (2016)

233 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.4% first-time pass rate

2016 Ksr Moto Grs

CarHunch analysed 233 real MOT records for the 2016 Ksr Moto Grs. 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 KSR Moto GRS passes MOT first time in 74.4% of cases—noticeably below the UK average of 80%—and a concerning 36% of these bikes have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is well above typical thresholds and a genuine buyer concern. This suggests the model has inherent durability or design issues that affect a significant portion of the fleet.

With a median mileage of just 7,386 miles for an 8-year-old bike, these are relatively low-use machines, yet they still rack up an average of 1.29 failures and 5.8 advisories per test—a sign that age and storage degradation matter more than hard riding here. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on fuel system, electrics, and brake condition, as these are the areas where stationary bikes tend to fail.

We have limited data for the 2016 Ksr Moto Grs — 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

74.4%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

36.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.29

Over 4.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–12k

For context

These stats describe 233 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 233 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 36.1% 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 Ksr Moto Grs 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.

7,386

typical

4,546

low mileage

12,335

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Ksr Moto Grs vehicles fall between 4,546 and 12,335 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,546 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.

✓ 4,546–12,335 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Ksr Moto Grss sit.

⚠ Over 16,652 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Ksr Moto Grs — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 40% of 2016 Ksr Moto Grss are still active.

Numbers are declining — 54 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (40% 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

4.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.29

Avg failures per vehicle

5.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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