Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2015 KTM 1190?

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 2015 KTM 1190?

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 2015 KTM 1190?

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 2015 KTM 1190 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 202 vehicles, the 2015 KTM 1190 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2015 KTM 1190?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2015 KTM 1190 are: Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (33.8% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (30% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (26.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2015 KTM 1190?

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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KTM 1190 (2015)

202 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.9% first-time pass rate

2015 KTM 1190

CarHunch analysed 202 real MOT records for the 2015 KTM 1190. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2015 KTM 1190 is notably reliable, with a 93.9% first-time pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are rare, affecting only 6.4% of vehicles. This is a motorcycle that's straightforward to keep compliant and safe.

These bikes are running relatively light at a median of 17,133 miles for their age, suggesting moderate use and less wear than typical. The low failure rate of 0.47 per vehicle combined with 1.8 minor advisories per test indicates that when problems do arise, they're usually minor maintenance items rather than structural concerns—so before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on consumables like brakes and chain, which tend to be the advisory culprits on sporty bikes.

We have limited data for the 2015 KTM 1190 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

93.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.47

Over 6.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

17k

Middle half: 11k–23k

For context

These stats describe 202 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 202 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 33.8%

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 30%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Exhaust & emissions 26.4%

Exhaust noisy

Lighting 12.2%

Rear reflector missing · Drive chain slightly loose · Rear reflector on motorcycle missing · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 10.6%

Horn not working · Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2015.

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Before you buy a 2015 KTM 1190

Based on MOT data from 202 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 929 KTM 1190 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Orange 47.7%

443

Grey 28.2%

262

Black 15.9%

148

White 8.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2015 KTM 1190 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.

17,133

typical

10,519

low mileage

22,946

high mileage

Half of all 2015 KTM 1190 vehicles fall between 10,519 and 22,946 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 10,519 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.

✓ 10,519–22,946 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2015 KTM 1190s sit.

⚠ Over 30,977 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2015 KTM 1190 — Still on the Road

Most 2015 KTM 1190s are still being driven.

Strong survival — 134 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 80% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.47

Avg failures per vehicle

1.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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