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VX08 TZG

2008 Ktm 1190 RC8

White Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,536 mi
Last recorded17,536 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ktm 1190 RC811,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 TZG
MakeKtm
Model1190 RC8
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 17,536 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 17,268 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2024 17,152 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 17,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 15,958 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 15,699 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 15,679 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 14,785 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 13,877 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 12,654 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 11,319 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 10,960 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 10,690 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 10,396 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 10,021 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 May 2013 10,021 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 8,243 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 5,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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VX08 TZG is a 2008 Ktm 1190 RC8 in White with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VX08 TZG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX08 TZG registered?

VX08 TZG is a 2008 Ktm 1190 RC8, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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