2016 KTM 1190 1.2L Petrol · FD66 CSF

A spotless MOT history is the defining feature of this 2016 KTM 1190, with both recorded tests on 2 May 2024 and 31 August 2022 returning pass certificates bearing no advisories or defects. This absence of flagged items across the available DVSA record points to consistent mechanical condition at the point of test, with no recorded evidence of brake, suspension, lighting, or structural deterioration reaching the threshold of an advisory. While two passes alone cannot guarantee the underlying condition of consumables, the clean record does indicate that no major component had deteriorated to the point of note on either occasion, offering a baseline of confidence in its roadworthiness presentation. The usage profile of this machine is notably low, covering 15,097 miles over a ten-year span at an average of roughly 1,510 miles per year. This rate is well below typical annual mileage for a large-capacity sports-touring or performance motorcycle, and the absence of any mileage inconsistency between the 2022 and 2024 tests suggests steady, modest use rather than a sudden burst of activity. Such low annual accumulation generally means less wear on chain and sprocket sets, brake pads and discs, tyre tread depth, and suspension linkages, all of which are mileage-sensitive items. However, lower usage on a performance machine of this type can also be a double-edged sword, as prolonged standing periods can lead to stale fuel, dried rubber components, and surface corrosion on fasteners and exposed metalwork, even if none of these have yet surfaced as test defects. Given the clean advisory history, the buyer inspection should pivot towards verification of component condition rather than repair of known flagged issues. On a test ride, listen carefully for any knocking or clonking from the front and rear suspension linkages, as WP suspension components and their accompanying bearings can deteriorate with age independent of mileage. Check for any binding or uneven braking feel, particularly from the front calipers, and inspect the discs for lipping or corrosion pitting around the edges, which would indicate that the braking system may need attention even though it passed without comment. Inspect the chain and sprockets for tight spots, stiff links, and worn tooth profiles, as these items degrade over calendar years as much as through use. It is also worth examining the general cosmetic and mechanical condition of the machine for signs of extended storage or infrequent servicing, as the low annual rate raises the possibility of standing periods. Look for tyre cracking or perishing on the sidewalls, as rubber compounds harden with age regardless of tread depth, and verify the date codes on the tyres themselves. Check for any signs of fluid weeping from the fork seals, brake calipers, or rear shock, and confirm that all electrical systems, including the ABS module and instrument cluster, function correctly. A documented service history confirming regular oil changes, valve clearance checks, and brake fluid replacement would significantly reinforce the clean MOT picture, as these are intervals governed more by time than by mileage on a low-use performance motorcycle.