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KX53 BDO

2003 Ktm 525SMR

Orange Petrol 510cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6,524 mi
Last recorded6,524 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Ktm 525SMR2,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 BDO
MakeKtm
Model525SMR
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine510cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 6,524 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 6,848 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 6,434 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2020 6,321 miles

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

Chain guard missing ()

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

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 6,144 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2018

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

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

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

chain guard missing

no mirrors fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2015

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 3,745 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 3,415 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 525SMR?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
325
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre is unsuitable 17
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 9
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KX53 BDO is a 2003 Ktm 525SMR in Orange with a 510cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Ktm 525SMR models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 2,568 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ktm 525SMR fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX53 BDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 525SMR typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ktm 525SMR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX53 BDO registered?

KX53 BDO is a 2003 Ktm 525SMR, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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