Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 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 2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 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 2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 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 2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 22 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 254 vehicles, the 2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 22 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.4%, 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 2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 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 300 Exc Tpi 22 (2021)

254 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.4% first-time pass rate

2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 22

CarHunch analysed 254 real MOT records for the 2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 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 2021 KTM 300 EXC TPI 22 has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 47.9%, well below the UK average of 80%, which is a significant red flag for reliability. Dangerous defects are rare at 2.4%, so safety isn't the primary concern—the issue is that nearly half of these bikes fail their first MOT attempt.

With a median mileage of only 1,622 miles for a three-year-old bike, these are very lightly used machines, yet they're still struggling at test. The average vehicle racks up just 0.13 failures and 0.3 advisories, suggesting the problems are spread across many different areas rather than one systemic fault. If you're considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection done by a KTM specialist and budget for remedial work before MOT—don't assume low miles means it will pass first time.

We have limited data for the 2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 22 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

89.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.13

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 1k–3k

For context

These stats describe 254 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 254 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.4% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	253	89.4%	0.13

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 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.

1,622

typical

1,043

low mileage

2,563

high mileage

Half of all 2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 22 vehicles fall between 1,043 and 2,563 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 1,043 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.

✓ 1,043–2,563 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 KTM 300 Exc Tpi 22s sit.

⚠ Over 3,460 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

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.13

Avg failures per vehicle

0.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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