Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 159 vehicles, the 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 (2019)

159 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.1% first-time pass rate

2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200

CarHunch analysed 159 real MOT records for the 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2019 Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 is a reliably built machine—its 86.1% first-time pass rate runs 6 points ahead of the UK average, and dangerous defects are rare at just 1.9%. This suggests solid engineering and manufacturing quality that should inspire confidence in potential buyers.

At 4,811 miles on average, these bikes are running low mileage for their age, which aligns with the modest failure rate of 0.21 per vehicle and reflects how lightly many owners use them. The 0.7 advisories per bike indicate minor wear rather than systemic problems, so if you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the brake and suspension systems—the components most likely to need attention on any motorcycle.

We have limited data for the 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

95.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

1.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.21

Over 3.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–7k

For context

These stats describe 159 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 159 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	157	95%	0.21

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

3,673

typical

2,218

low mileage

6,815

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 vehicles fall between 2,218 and 6,815 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,218 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 2,218–6,815 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200s sit.

⚠ Over 9,200 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2019 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 108 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

3.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.21

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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