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TEZ 556

2012 Ktm 1190 RC8 R 12

Black Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

8,622 mi
Last recorded8,622 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Ktm 1190 RC8 R 129,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEZ 556
MakeKtm
Model1190 RC8 R 12
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 8,622 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 8,586 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 8,541 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 8,527 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 8,394 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 8,381 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2020 7,905 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 7,024 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 7,024 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 6,684 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 6,154 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 5,041 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 3,777 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Ktm 1190 RC8 R 12?

Based on 836 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
585
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too high 4
reflector on motorcycle missing 3
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2
Horn not working 2
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TEZ 556 is a 2012 Ktm 1190 RC8 R 12 in Black with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Ktm 1190 RC8 R 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 9,866 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 R 12 fails its MOT is headlamp aim too high, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TEZ 556, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 1190 RC8 R 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Ktm 1190 RC8 R 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TEZ 556?

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What year was TEZ 556 registered?

TEZ 556 is a 2012 Ktm 1190 RC8 R 12, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is TEZ 556 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEZ 556 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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