Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 KTM 125 Duke 22?

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 2022 KTM 125 Duke 22?

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 2022 KTM 125 Duke 22?

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 2022 KTM 125 Duke 22 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 811 vehicles, the 2022 KTM 125 Duke 22 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.9%, 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 2022 KTM 125 Duke 22?

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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KTM 125 Duke 22 (2022)

811 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.9% first-time pass rate

2022 KTM 125 Duke 22

CarHunch analysed 811 real MOT records for the 2022 KTM 125 Duke 22. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 KTM 125 Duke has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 51.1%, well below the UK average of 80%, which signals genuine reliability concerns for this model. The dangerous defect rate of 4.6% is manageable, but the low pass rate and median CarhunchScore of 50 suggest buyers should approach this bike with caution.

Most examples have covered around 6,500 miles at test time, which is reasonable for a two-year-old bike, yet nearly half still fail their MOT. The low failure count of 0.16 per vehicle indicates problems tend to be minor when they do occur, but the 0.6 advisories per bike suggest wear and maintenance issues are creeping in early; budget for proactive servicing and have any prospective purchase thoroughly inspected before committing.

The 2022 KTM 125 Duke 22 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (86.9% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

86.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

4.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.16

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–10k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 86.9% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 811 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 811 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.6% 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 →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,278 KTM 125 Duke 22 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 51.7%

661

Silver 48.3%

617

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 KTM 125 Duke 22 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.

6,557

typical

3,293

low mileage

9,904

high mileage

Half of all 2022 KTM 125 Duke 22 vehicles fall between 3,293 and 9,904 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,293 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.

✓ 3,293–9,904 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 KTM 125 Duke 22s sit.

⚠ Over 13,370 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.16

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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2023

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