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LY03 VTK

2003 Ktm Lc 8

Silver Petrol 950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

30,517 mi
Last recorded30,517 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Ktm Lc 824,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 VTK
MakeKtm
ModelLc 8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine950cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 30,517 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 27,958 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2023 27,192 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 26,842 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear pedal has lot of travel?

Pass 29 Aug 2020 26,578 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2018 24,745 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 22,577 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 21,097 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 18,665 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 18,664 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jul 2014 16,683 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2013 15,459 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 15,021 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 14,734 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 14,734 miles

Front Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 14,105 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 14,102 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 13,787 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 13,083 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 11,050 miles

1) Mist on right hand fork leg.

How Reliable is the Ktm Lc 8?

Based on 2,023 MOT tests across 188 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,424
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
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LY03 VTK is a 2003 Ktm Lc 8 in Silver with a 950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Ktm Lc 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 24,586 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 Lc 8 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY03 VTK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm Lc 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Ktm Lc 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY03 VTK registered?

LY03 VTK is a 2003 Ktm Lc 8, first registered on 16 August 2003.

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