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SP08 BGY

2008 Ktm 990 Adventure

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,165 mi
Last recorded12,165 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ktm 990 Adventure20,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 BGY
MakeKtm
Model990 Adventure
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 12,165 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Dec 2025 12,165 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 11,811 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 11,735 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 11,564 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 11,338 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 11,338 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 11,336 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 8,622 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 7,726 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 7,493 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 7,395 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 7,320 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 6,796 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 990 Adventure?

Based on 6,725 MOT tests across 684 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,402
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
684
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
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SP08 BGY is a 2008 Ktm 990 Adventure in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Ktm 990 Adventure models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 20,626 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 990 Adventure fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP08 BGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 990 Adventure typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Ktm 990 Adventure is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP08 BGY registered?

SP08 BGY is a 2008 Ktm 990 Adventure, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is SP08 BGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 BGY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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