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WK02 VPE

2002 Ktm 400EXC

Orange Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Ktm 400EXC2,184 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK02 VPE
MakeKtm
Model400EXC
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026

MOT test carried out for Day time use only

Fail 27 Feb 2026

Front Tyre is unsuitable not for highway use (5.2.3 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2024

No lights fitted at time of test (taped over).

Pass 28 Dec 2023

Drive chain horse-shoe link wearing thin.

No lights fitted at time of test. (Taped over)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2022

No lights fitted at time of test.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Inner read brake pad 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Dec 2022

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play Excess play and rough in rotation (5.1.3 (a) (i))

No lights fitted at time of test.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Inner read brake pad 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2021

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

lights permanently masked off

Pass 28 Oct 2019

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 23 Oct 2019

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 1 Apr 2008

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 31 Mar 2008

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Nov 2005

How Reliable is the Ktm 400EXC?

Based on 995 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 18
wheel bearings have excessive free play 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Horn not working 12
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WK02 VPE is a 2002 Ktm 400EXC in Orange with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Ktm 400EXC models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 2,184 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 400EXC fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK02 VPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 400EXC typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Ktm 400EXC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK02 VPE registered?

WK02 VPE is a 2002 Ktm 400EXC, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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