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J12 BGR

2008 Ktm 1190 RC8

White Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

4,329 mi
Last recorded4,329 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ktm 1190 RC811,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ12 BGR
MakeKtm
Model1190 RC8
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 4,329 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2025 4,329 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))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2021 4,091 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 4,091 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))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 3,990 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 3,990 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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 3,836 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 3,836 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))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 3,635 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 2,796 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 4,928 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 2,048 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 2,048 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 1,724 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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J12 BGR is a 2008 Ktm 1190 RC8 in White with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 J12 BGR, 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 J12 BGR registered?

J12 BGR is a 2008 Ktm 1190 RC8, first registered on 6 September 2008.

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