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NK53 TFY

2004 Ktm 525EXC

Orange Petrol 525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

8,713 mi
Last recorded8,713 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Ktm 525EXC2,126 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 TFY
MakeKtm
Model525EXC
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine525cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2025 8,713 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 8,529 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 8,529 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 8,267 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017

for daylight use only

Pass 16 Jun 2015 7,812 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 13 May 2013 5,106 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 8 May 2013

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 5,832 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011
Pass 11 Mar 2010 4,280 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 4,280 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 3,857 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 2,298 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 2,288 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2007

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

No lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Ktm 525EXC?

Based on 1,069 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
269
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Horn not working 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
Tyre is unsuitable 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 11
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NK53 TFY is a 2004 Ktm 525EXC in Orange with a 525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2004 Ktm 525EXC models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 2,126 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 525EXC fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK53 TFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 525EXC typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Ktm 525EXC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NK53 TFY is a 2004 Ktm 525EXC, first registered on 1 February 2004.

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