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VU52 WWL

2002 Ktm 450SMR

Orange Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Ktm 450SMR2,588 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 WWL
MakeKtm
Model450SMR
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026

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

Pass 8 Feb 2025

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

Fail 8 Feb 2025

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2023
Pass 16 Sep 2022
Pass 16 Dec 2020 166 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019

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

Pass 31 May 2018 2,050 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2018 2,205 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 2,205 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 3,738 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 3,716 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 3,496 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 3,470 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 3,013 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 2,205 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 450SMR?

Based on 1,584 MOT tests across 223 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
287
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Tyre is unsuitable 24
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 21
Horn not working 18
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VU52 WWL is a 2002 Ktm 450SMR in Orange with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Ktm 450SMR models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 2,588 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ktm 450SMR fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU52 WWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 450SMR typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Ktm 450SMR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU52 WWL registered?

VU52 WWL is a 2002 Ktm 450SMR, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is VU52 WWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 WWL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU52 WWL have outstanding finance?

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