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BU03 YVE

2003 Ktm 525SMR

Orange Petrol 510cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ktm 525SMR2,568 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 YVE
MakeKtm
Model525SMR
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine510cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025
Pass 5 Sep 2024 2,205 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 580 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 575 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2022 559 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 3,510 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 2,686 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 220 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 2,890 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 189 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 2,649 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 2,619 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2014 2,615 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 2,610 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 2,600 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 2,559 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 2,552 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 2,500 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 2,205 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 2,205 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Apr 2007 406 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 360 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 525SMR?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
325
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre is unsuitable 17
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 9
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BU03 YVE is a 2003 Ktm 525SMR in Orange with a 510cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Ktm 525SMR models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 2,568 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ktm 525SMR fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 YVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 YVE registered?

BU03 YVE is a 2003 Ktm 525SMR, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is BU03 YVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 YVE shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU03 YVE have outstanding finance?

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