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BU53 ZYR

2003 Ktm 250 Exc

Orange Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

1,505 mi
Last recorded1,505 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Ktm 250 Exc2,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 ZYR
MakeKtm
Model250 Exc
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 1,505 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 1,505 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Riders seat with a defective supporting structure Subframe fractured (6.2.5 (a) (i))

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

Upper Fork yoke fractured (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 1,505 miles

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

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

Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

No Lights Fitted at Time of Test

Pass 25 May 2021 968 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 968 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2007 444 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 444 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Ktm 250 Exc?

Based on 6,842 MOT tests across 952 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
259
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 139
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 134
Tyre is unsuitable 122
Horn not working 92
wheel bearings have excessive free play 79
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BU53 ZYR is a 2003 Ktm 250 Exc in Orange with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Ktm 250 Exc models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 2,259 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 250 Exc fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 ZYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 250 Exc typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ktm 250 Exc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU53 ZYR registered?

BU53 ZYR is a 2003 Ktm 250 Exc, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is BU53 ZYR safe to buy?

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