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FJ08 LJK

2008 Ktm 530 Exc-r

Orange Petrol 510cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

8,618 mi
Last recorded8,618 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Ktm 530 Exc-r3,254 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 LJK
MakeKtm
Model530 Exc-r
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine510cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 8,618 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2024 8,042 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 6,973 miles

Horn does not have a momentary switch.

Fail 31 Jul 2022 6,973 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose 4 loose spokes on left hand side of wheel. (5.2.2 (d))

Horn does not have a momentary switch.

Pass 14 Jun 2021 6,241 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 6,232 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 4,656 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 4,313 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 3,622 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 2,708 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2015 1,547 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 947 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 2,847 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 2,341 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 2,221 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Ktm 530 Exc-r?

Based on 1,595 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
268
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 32
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Tyre is unsuitable 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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FJ08 LJK is a 2008 Ktm 530 Exc-r in Orange with a 510cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Ktm 530 Exc-r models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 3,254 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ktm 530 Exc-r fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 LJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 530 Exc-r typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Ktm 530 Exc-r is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FJ08 LJK is a 2008 Ktm 530 Exc-r, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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