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LK59 BUF

2009 Ktm 450 Exc-r

Orange Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 Ktm 450 Exc-r2,804 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK59 BUF
MakeKtm
Model450 Exc-r
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025

DAY TIME TEST CARRY OUT

Fail 28 Jul 2025

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Dec 2023 10,167 miles

two horseshoe clips fitted to chain

Fail 9 Dec 2023 10,167 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Stop lamp not working front lever switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly right hand down not closing (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

two horseshoe clips fitted to chain

Pass 10 Dec 2022 8,803 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 8,803 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 8,329 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 8,329 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively bent (5.2.2 (d))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 8,022 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 7,578 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 6,210 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 3,245 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 2,091 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 5 Jul 2016 2,091 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 1,763 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 1,534 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 450 Exc-r?

Based on 2,532 MOT tests across 318 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
318
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Horn not working 42
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 33
Tyre is unsuitable 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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LK59 BUF is a 2009 Ktm 450 Exc-r in Orange with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2009 Ktm 450 Exc-r models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 2,804 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-r fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK59 BUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 450 Exc-r typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Ktm 450 Exc-r is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LK59 BUF is a 2009 Ktm 450 Exc-r, first registered on 10 September 2009.

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