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KR05 XBU

2005 Ktm Lc 8

Black Petrol 942cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,181 mi
Last recorded60,181 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Ktm Lc 824,729 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 XBU
MakeKtm
ModelLc 8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine942cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 60,181 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 58,431 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2019 58,431 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 56,595 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 55,535 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 53,687 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 51,827 miles

number plate light inop

Pass 16 Dec 2013 50,765 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 50,765 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 49,992 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 74,306 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 30,915 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 25,204 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 18,661 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm Lc 8?

Based on 2,023 MOT tests across 188 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,424
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
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KR05 XBU is a 2005 Ktm Lc 8 in Black with a 942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Ktm Lc 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,729 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 Lc 8 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KR05 XBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm Lc 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Ktm Lc 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KR05 XBU registered?

KR05 XBU is a 2005 Ktm Lc 8, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is KR05 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 XBU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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