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DX54 XDF

2005 Ktm 450 Exc

Orange Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ktm 450 Exc3,792 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 XDF
MakeKtm
Model450 Exc
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 5 May 2026

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front brake lever locked solid, unable to apply front brake

Fail 18 Feb 2025

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front brake lever locked solid, unable to apply front brake

Pass 7 Nov 2023

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2023

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Mar 2021

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Feb 2021

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2020

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 May 2018 1,455 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 1,150 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 169 miles

air horn fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Ktm 450 Exc?

Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 811 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
811
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
Horn not working 105
wheel bearings have excessive free play 83
Tyre is unsuitable 80
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DX54 XDF is a 2005 Ktm 450 Exc in Orange with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2005 Ktm 450 Exc models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 3,792 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 450 Exc fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX54 XDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 450 Exc typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ktm 450 Exc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX54 XDF registered?

DX54 XDF is a 2005 Ktm 450 Exc, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is DX54 XDF safe to buy?

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