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YX53 DDK

2003 Ktm 525EXC

Orange Petrol 525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,908 mi
Last recorded1,908 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Ktm 525EXC2,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 DDK
MakeKtm
Model525EXC
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine525cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2013 1,908 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

a small corner at the top right hand side of the number plate has been cut off to stop burning by the exhaust, the number plate is still readable from the required distance.

rider only mainly for offroad use

the rear suspesion is firm in operation.

Pass 14 Nov 2013 1,908 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

a small corner at the top right hand side of the number plate has been cut off to stop burning by the exhaust, the number plate is still readable from the required distance.

rider only mainly for offroad use

the rear suspesion is firm in operation.

Pass 12 Oct 2012

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

no speedometer cable fitted to the bike.

the rear brake pedal stop bolt not ajusted correctly making the rear brake pedal high but can still be operated ok

the rear brake performance would be better if the rear shock would compress and the tyre would then hold the road better.

the rear shock is very hard to compress and damping very firm. this in my opinion would affect the correct operation during a ride.

Fail 12 Oct 2012

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

no speedometer cable fitted to the bike.

the rear brake pedal stop bolt not ajusted correctly making the rear brake pedal high but can still be operated ok

the rear brake performance would be better if the rear shock would compress and the tyre would then hold the road better.

the rear shock is very hard to compress and damping very firm. this in my opinion would affect the correct operation during a ride.

Fail 3 Oct 2012

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 2,915 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 3,654 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 2,736 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 1,168 miles

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

numberplat to small

How Reliable is the Ktm 525EXC?

Based on 1,069 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
269
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Horn not working 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
Tyre is unsuitable 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 11
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YX53 DDK is a 2003 Ktm 525EXC in Orange with a 525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Ktm 525EXC models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 2,492 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 525EXC fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX53 DDK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 525EXC typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ktm 525EXC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YX53 DDK is a 2003 Ktm 525EXC, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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