Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 KTM 790 Duke 18?

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 KTM 790 Duke 18?

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 KTM 790 Duke 18?

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 KTM 790 Duke 18 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 131 vehicles, the 2019 KTM 790 Duke 18 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.3%, 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 KTM 790 Duke 18?

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 790 Duke 18 (2019)

131 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.3% first-time pass rate

2019 KTM 790 Duke 18

CarHunch analysed 131 real MOT records for the 2019 KTM 790 Duke 18. 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 KTM 790 DUKE is a reliable proposition, passing its MOT first time in 86.3% of cases—comfortably above the UK average of 80%—with a negligible dangerous defect rate of just 3.0%, suggesting strong inherent safety. Only 0.33 failures per vehicle average indicates these bikes are holding up well mechanically.

At a median mileage of 6,110 miles for a five-year-old bike, these are lightly used machines, which partly explains the solid pass rates and low advisory count of 1.1 per vehicle. If you're considering one, prioritize a pre-purchase inspection focused on the battery, chain, and brake fluid condition—the common weak spots on middleweight bikes at this age—and you'll likely avoid any nasty surprises.

We have limited data for the 2019 KTM 790 Duke 18 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

86.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

3.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.33

Over 3.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–10k

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

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.1% 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	86.2%	0.33

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 KTM 790 Duke 18 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.

6,110

typical

4,051

low mileage

9,573

high mileage

Half of all 2019 KTM 790 Duke 18 vehicles fall between 4,051 and 9,573 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,051 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.

✓ 4,051–9,573 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 KTM 790 Duke 18s sit.

⚠ Over 12,923 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 KTM 790 Duke 18 — Still on the Road

Most 2019 KTM 790 Duke 18s are still being driven.

Strong survival — 91 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 83% 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

3.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.33

Avg failures per vehicle

1.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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