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LJ08 DWD

2008 Ktm 690 Smc

Orange Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,395 mi
Last recorded15,395 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Ktm 690 Smc7,664 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 DWD
MakeKtm
Model690 Smc
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2025 15,395 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 15,383 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 14,945 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 14,015 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 13,963 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 12,179 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 13,963 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2016 12,351 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 11,397 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 9,877 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 9,681 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 8,607 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 7,068 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Ktm 690 Smc?

Based on 1,421 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
608
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 6
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 5
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 5
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LJ08 DWD is a 2008 Ktm 690 Smc in Orange with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Ktm 690 Smc models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 7,664 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ktm 690 Smc fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ08 DWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 690 Smc typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Ktm 690 Smc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ08 DWD registered?

LJ08 DWD is a 2008 Ktm 690 Smc, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is LJ08 DWD safe to buy?

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