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BU08 VWB

2008 Ktm 1190 RC8

Blue Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,594 mi
Last recorded16,594 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ktm 1190 RC811,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 VWB
MakeKtm
Model1190 RC8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 16,594 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2024 15,800 miles

exhaust noisy [at time of testing ]

Pass 9 Jun 2023 15,637 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2022 15,338 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 15,037 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 14,516 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 14,516 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible halogen lamp converted to HID (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 13,326 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 13,321 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2017 11,629 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both sides (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 9,249 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 9,249 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jul 2014 8,014 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 5,288 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 5,618 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 4,803 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 1190 RC8?

Based on 2,338 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
789
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 11
Direction indicators not working 9
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BU08 VWB is a 2008 Ktm 1190 RC8 in Blue with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Ktm 1190 RC8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 11,561 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ktm 1190 RC8 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 VWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 1190 RC8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Ktm 1190 RC8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU08 VWB registered?

BU08 VWB is a 2008 Ktm 1190 RC8, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is BU08 VWB safe to buy?

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