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CK03 ECN

2003 Ktm 250 Exc

Orange Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

19,589 mi
Last recorded19,589 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ktm 250 Exc2,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK03 ECN
MakeKtm
Model250 Exc
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 19,589 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 19,129 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2024 19,129 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 18,914 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 18,077 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2022 18,077 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 18,063 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 17,814 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 17,757 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 17,222 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 16,339 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 16,339 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2017 14,499 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 12,788 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 10,768 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Oct 2015 10,768 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 8,611 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 25 Oct 2013 6,915 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 4 Oct 2013 964 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Chain guard missing

Pass 5 Oct 2012 5,190 miles

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 4,255 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Oil leak

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Oct 2010 3,405 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 8 Oct 2009 2,748 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 2 Oct 2009 2,748 miles

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

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Pass 11 Oct 2008 2,397 miles

Centre Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 1,701 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 1,685 miles

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

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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CK03 ECN is a 2003 Ktm 250 Exc in Orange with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 CK03 ECN, 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 CK03 ECN registered?

CK03 ECN is a 2003 Ktm 250 Exc, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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