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CN05 ETJ

2005 Ktm 525EXC

Orange Petrol 520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,917 mi
Last recorded4,917 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Ktm 525EXC3,486 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 ETJ
MakeKtm
Model525EXC
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine520cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 4,917 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 4,865 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 4,605 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 4,356 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 4,068 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 3,940 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 3,791 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 27 Oct 2021 3,791 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 3,437 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 3,437 miles

Nearside Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 3,421 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 2,629 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 2,409 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 2,408 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 2,405 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 2,205 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 2,205 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 2,205 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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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CN05 ETJ is a 2005 Ktm 525EXC in Orange with a 520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Ktm 525EXC models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 3,486 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 CN05 ETJ, 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 21 years old, this Ktm 525EXC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CN05 ETJ registered?

CN05 ETJ is a 2005 Ktm 525EXC, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is CN05 ETJ safe to buy?

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