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V397 FCR

1999 Ktm 640 LC4-E

Orange Petrol 625cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

6,484 mi
Last recorded6,484 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Ktm 640 LC4-E9,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV397 FCR
MakeKtm
Model640 LC4-E
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine625cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 6,484 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 14,092 miles

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

Front tyre has a small cut not showing any ply or cords.

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2022 14,061 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front tyre has a small cut not showing any ply or cords.

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 118,729 miles

idle slightly high

loud pipe

tyres worn

Fail 22 Apr 2021 118,720 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

idle slightly high

loud pipe

tyres worn

Pass 19 Jun 2019 10,482 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 9,380 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 8,637 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 8,637 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 8,032 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2014 8,032 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 7,697 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 7,692 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2012 7,369 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 3 Nov 2012 7,369 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 May 2011 7,107 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 7,071 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 6,570 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 5,654 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 5,654 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 4,372 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 3,501 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 640 LC4-E?

Based on 9,903 MOT tests across 1,097 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
465
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,097
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 144
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 104
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 52
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 51
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V397 FCR is a 1999 Ktm 640 LC4-E in Orange with a 625cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1999 Ktm 640 LC4-E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 9,561 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 640 LC4-E fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 144 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V397 FCR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 640 LC4-E typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Ktm 640 LC4-E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V397 FCR registered?

V397 FCR is a 1999 Ktm 640 LC4-E, first registered on 18 November 1999.

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