2014 KTM 1290 1.3L Petrol · CX14 YDC

The 2026‑06‑27 MOT at 16,484 miles passed with no defects recorded, confirming current roadworthiness and indicating a stable maintenance trend. No adverse findings have emerged in the successive tests from 2022 through 2026, suggesting the bike has been cared for consistently. At 12 years old, the KTM 1290 has logged only 16,484 miles, averaging 1,374 miles per year, a figure well below the typical usage for a motorcycle of this age. The incremental mileage between consecutive tests, such as the increase from 15,067 miles in May 2024 to 15,988 miles in May 2025 (921 miles), shows steady, moderate accumulation without any sudden jumps, implying light riding habits or extended periods of storage. Although the MOT history lists no failures, the 2020 test flagged slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e)), and the 2019 entry noted a dry drive chain, pointing to prior wear on braking components and drivetrain maintenance. A buyer should therefore inspect the front and rear brake calipers for binding, examine brake discs for scoring, corrosion or uneven wear, assess suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, verify exhaust condition for rust or cracks, and check the drive chain for correct tension and lubrication. Given the low mileage and clean MOT record, the vehicle presents a low‑risk purchase, but a thorough physical inspection focusing on the aforementioned mechanical components remains essential to confirm that the recorded pass reflects genuine condition.