Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 KTM 950?

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 2006 KTM 950?

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 2006 KTM 950?

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.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 KTM 950?

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 950 (2006)

275 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.9% first-time pass rate

2006 KTM 950

CarHunch analysed 275 real MOT records for the 2006 KTM 950. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

Generally reliable 7.9% above UK average

87.9%

pass MOT first time

UK average: ~80%

15,640

typical mileage

9,654–21,032 middle half

14.2%

ever had a dangerous defect

recorded at any MOT

1.45

avg MOT failures per car

over 10.8 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2006 KTM 950

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 KTM 950 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

9,654

low mileage

15,640

typical

21,032

high mileage

Half of all 2006 KTM 950 vehicles fall between 9,654 and 21,032 miles.

2006 KTM 950 — Still on the Road

Numbers are declining — 89 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (49% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.

MOT History Averages

10.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.45

Avg failures per vehicle

4.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

Most Common MOT Issues — 2006 KTM 950

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

43.2%

Exhaust noisy
36%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
31%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
29.7%

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
28.7%

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
26.5%

Exhaust noisy
18.7%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
14.7%

Drive chain slightly loose

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006. Counts include advisories and failures.

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Other model years — KTM 950:

2005 2007 2008