Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2020 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 2020 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 2020 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 2020 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 131 vehicles, the 2020 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.4%, 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 2020 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 (2020)

131 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.4% first-time pass rate

2020 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200

CarHunch analysed 131 real MOT records for the 2020 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 2020 Indian FTR 1200 passes its MOT first time in 87.4% of cases, comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are rare at just 3.8%—well below the threshold that would concern buyers. This is a reassuringly reliable bike for a modern middleweight cruiser.

At under 4,700 miles on average, these bikes are still relatively new and lightly used, which explains the strong pass rate and low failure count of 0.24 per vehicle. The 0.8 advisories per bike suggest minor wear items emerging, but nothing systemic; when buying used, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension and brake wear rather than expecting major engine work.

We have limited data for the 2020 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

87.4%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

3.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.24

Over 2.7 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–6k

For context

These stats describe 131 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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Before you buy a 2020 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200

Based on MOT data from 131 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch →

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	130	87.3%	0.24

Mileage Distribution

Most 2020 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.

3,336

typical

2,209

low mileage

5,677

high mileage

Half of all 2020 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 vehicles fall between 2,209 and 5,677 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,209 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.

✓ 2,209–5,677 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2020 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200s sit.

⚠ Over 7,663 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2020 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2020 Indian Motorcycle Ftr 1200s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 96 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.24

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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