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R898 WNC

1997 Ktm Duke 620

Black Petrol 609cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,446 mi
Last recorded27,446 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Ktm Duke 62011,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR898 WNC
MakeKtm
ModelDuke 620
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine609cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021 27,446 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 23,780 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 5 Jun 2009 18,304 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 18,243 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 9,744 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2006 2,646 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm Duke 620?

Based on 1,065 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
359
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 23
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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R898 WNC is a 1997 Ktm Duke 620 in Black with a 609cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Ktm Duke 620 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 11,130 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 Duke 620 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R898 WNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm Duke 620 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Ktm Duke 620 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R898 WNC registered?

R898 WNC is a 1997 Ktm Duke 620, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R898 WNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R898 WNC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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