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VX08 LCU

2008 Ktm 125 Exc

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,952 mi
Last recorded4,952 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Ktm 125 Exc3,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 LCU
MakeKtm
Model125 Exc
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2025 4,952 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 4,853 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 4,591 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 4,408 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 13 Nov 2019 4,408 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

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

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar both (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both front fork bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 4,406 miles

Central Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose 70% of the spokes are loose in the back wheel. (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 4,219 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 4,219 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 3,962 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 3,792 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 3,409 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 2,918 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 2,205 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 2,154 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 2,154 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 1,975 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 125 Exc?

Based on 2,477 MOT tests across 315 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
379
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
315
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 96
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 80
Horn not working 58
Tyre is unsuitable 51
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 48
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VX08 LCU is a 2008 Ktm 125 Exc in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Ktm 125 Exc models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 3,828 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 125 Exc fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 96 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX08 LCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 125 Exc typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Ktm 125 Exc is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VX08 LCU registered?

VX08 LCU is a 2008 Ktm 125 Exc, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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