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LK08 KVW

2008 Ktm RC8

White Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,361 mi
Last recorded23,361 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ktm RC811,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 KVW
MakeKtm
ModelRC8
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 23,361 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 23,063 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 22,568 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 21,899 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 19,858 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 19,858 miles

Steering damper insecure (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Footrest missing pillion footrests (6.2.12 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 19,548 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 19,095 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 18,842 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 18,839 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 18,706 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 18,572 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 18,053 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 17,188 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 16,856 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 14,108 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm RC8?

Based on 1,885 MOT tests across 204 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
717
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
204
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Horn not working 5
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LK08 KVW is a 2008 Ktm RC8 in White with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Ktm RC8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 11,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ktm RC8 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK08 KVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm RC8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Ktm RC8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK08 KVW registered?

LK08 KVW is a 2008 Ktm RC8, first registered on 13 May 2008.

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