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FN53 FNU

2003 Ktm 450 Exc

Orange Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

11,835 mi
Last recorded11,835 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Ktm 450 Exc2,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 FNU
MakeKtm
Model450 Exc
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 May 2026 11,835 miles

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2025 11,506 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 11,322 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022
Pass 23 Dec 2020 9,644 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2019

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

Rear Tyre sidewall damaged.

Pass 21 Dec 2018 8,928 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 8,366 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 8,038 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 7,459 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 6,483 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 5,555 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 2,205 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

chain guide insecure

Pass 8 Jul 2011 3,540 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 3,540 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 3,540 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 3,249 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 28 Nov 2008 3,249 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 2,539 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 1,606 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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FN53 FNU is a 2003 Ktm 450 Exc in Orange with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Ktm 450 Exc models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 2,500 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FN53 FNU, 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 23 years old, this Ktm 450 Exc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FN53 FNU registered?

FN53 FNU is a 2003 Ktm 450 Exc, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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