Pass rate over time
The 390 DUKE 19's first-time pass rate has risen 1.7 points since 2022, 86.0% to 87.7%.
What fails on a 390 DUKE 19
| Component group | Share of defects | Defects | % of defects | vs all bikes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lamps and reflectors |
|
13 | 22 | 1.1× |
| brakes |
|
13 | 22 | 0.4× |
| structure and attachments |
|
11 | 18.6 | 2.1× |
| suspension |
|
8 | 13.6 | 1.3× |
| tyres |
|
7 | 11.9 | 1.6× |
| Identification of the vehicle |
|
2 | 3.4 | 1.4× |
| audible warning (Horn) |
|
2 | 3.4 | 1.7× |
| steering |
|
2 | 3.4 | 0.8× |
| wheels |
|
1 | 1.7 | 2.6× |
Defects recorded against failed normal tests, 2005–2025, grouped by DVSA inspection section. One test can record multiple defects. "vs all bikes" is how often this model's tests record a defect in the group, as a multiple of the all-bike rate.
How rivals compare
On first-time pass rate the 390 DUKE 19 beats 2 of its 2 closest rivals (HONDA CB400, HONDA CB400N).
Rivals share this bike's type and sit within ±30% of its engine capacity, ≥ 5,000 tests. Card colour = better/worse first-time pass rate than the 390 DUKE 19.
Pass rate by registration year
Best year to buy used: 2020 (89.4% pass). Weakest: 2019 (86.0%).
First-time pass rate by the year each bike was first registered (cohorts with ≥ 50 tests). Older cohorts are survivors: the worst examples have already left the road, which tends to lift the earliest years.
KTM 390 DUKE 19 FAQ
Is the KTM 390 DUKE 19 reliable?
The KTM 390 DUKE 19 is more reliable than average for its class: 87.2% of its 639 MOT tests (2005–2025) passed first time, against a class average of 84.9%. That ranks it #1854 of 5426 models.
What does a 390 DUKE 19 fail its MOT on most?
lamps and reflectors — 22% of all defects recorded against failed 390 DUKE 19 tests.