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AD53 ETR

2004 Ktm 525 Exc Racing

Orange Petrol 520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Ktm 525 Exc Racing3,970 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 ETR
MakeKtm
Model525 Exc Racing
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine520cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2025
Pass 16 Jan 2024
Pass 24 Jan 2023
Pass 2 Jul 2021 12,116 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019

no indicators fitted as on/off road machine

Pass 29 Mar 2018 11,162 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 11,162 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2017
Pass 18 Mar 2016 8,343 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 7,197 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 7,157 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 7,155 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 6,681 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 6,681 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 5,176 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 5,176 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 May 2010 4,385 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 4,378 miles

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

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2009 3,778 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 2,549 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 2,178 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 525 Exc Racing?

Based on 2,853 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 72
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Horn not working 40
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 27
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AD53 ETR is a 2004 Ktm 525 Exc Racing in Orange with a 520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2004 Ktm 525 Exc Racing models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 3,970 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 525 Exc Racing fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD53 ETR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 525 Exc Racing typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Ktm 525 Exc Racing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD53 ETR registered?

AD53 ETR is a 2004 Ktm 525 Exc Racing, first registered on 29 January 2004.

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