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EU08 JHF

2008 Ktm 250 Exc-f

Orange Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

4,561 mi
Last recorded4,561 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Ktm 250 Exc-f2,894 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 JHF
MakeKtm
Model250 Exc-f
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 4,561 miles

only used during day light hours and not at times of seriously reduced visability

Fail 11 Mar 2025 4,556 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2023 4,551 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022
Pass 11 Mar 2016 4,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

no lights fitted at time of test daytime mot only

Fail 11 Mar 2016 4,026 miles

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

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

no lights fitted at time of test daytime mot only

Pass 26 Jan 2015 3,412 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 3,402 miles

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

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 1,447 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 1,293 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 1,293 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Ktm 250 Exc-f?

Based on 4,591 MOT tests across 613 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
251
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
613
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 96
reflector on motorcycle missing 93
Horn not working 77
Tyre is unsuitable 58
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 57
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EU08 JHF is a 2008 Ktm 250 Exc-f in Orange with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2008 Ktm 250 Exc-f models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 2,894 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-f fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 96 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU08 JHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 250 Exc-f typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Ktm 250 Exc-f is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EU08 JHF registered?

EU08 JHF is a 2008 Ktm 250 Exc-f, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EU08 JHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 JHF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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