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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the KTM 520. Check any 520 by registration number below.

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90.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.0%

vs KTM Avg

1

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

KTM 520 — MOT Reliability Overview

The KTM 520 has an average MOT pass rate of 90.9%, which is 1.0 percentage points below the KTM brand average of 91.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 520 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used KTM 520, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the KTM 520 performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 22 vehicles

90.9%Excellent
KTM average: 91.9%
Mileage at 5yr

2k mi

Other KTM Models

Compare MOT reliability across KTM models.

KTM 990 Supermoto R 11

100.0% pass rate

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88.9% pass rate

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94.7% pass rate

KTM 250 Exc-f 17

100.0% pass rate

KTM 990 Supermoto T 13

89.7% pass rate

KTM 620

72.7% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for KTM 520

KTM 520 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the KTM 520 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the KTM 520?
The average MOT pass rate for the KTM 520 is 90.9% compared to the KTM average of 91.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a KTM 520?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the KTM 520 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.9%, the KTM 520 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a KTM 520?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a KTM 520?
Typical mileage for the KTM 520: 2,060 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 520 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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Enter the registration number for the full MOT history — free and instant.

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