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AK52 MHX

2003 Ktm 450EXC

Orange Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

8,993 mi
Last recorded8,993 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Ktm 450EXC2,654 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 MHX
MakeKtm
Model450EXC
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 8,993 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 6,072 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 1,177 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 3,432 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 971 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 4 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

advise + all indicators and switchgear have been removed

Pass 13 Aug 2011

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

advise + all indicators and switchgear have been removed

Pass 13 Feb 2010

advise + the headlamp beam image is poor

Fail 13 Feb 2010

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a) DANGEROUS

advise + the headlamp beam image is poor

Pass 15 Jan 2009 211 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

fastner missing from air box.

no indicators fitted rider only mainly off road use.

Fail 15 Jan 2009 211 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

fastner missing from air box.

no indicators fitted rider only mainly off road use.

Pass 12 Feb 2008 4,373 miles

no indicators fitted, rider only mainly for off road use.

speedo function switch alittle loose.

Fail 9 Feb 2008 4,373 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

no indicators fitted, rider only mainly for off road use.

speedo function switch alittle loose.

Pass 6 Feb 2007 84 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 2,344 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 450EXC?

Based on 2,462 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
reflector on motorcycle missing 45
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Tyre is unsuitable 28
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
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AK52 MHX is a 2003 Ktm 450EXC in Orange with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Ktm 450EXC models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 2,654 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ktm 450EXC fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK52 MHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 450EXC typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ktm 450EXC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK52 MHX registered?

AK52 MHX is a 2003 Ktm 450EXC, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is AK52 MHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 MHX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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