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MX53 HPK

2003 Ktm 450 Exc

Orange Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

4,698 mi
Last recorded4,698 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Ktm 450 Exc2,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 HPK
MakeKtm
Model450 Exc
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2024 4,698 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2024 4,698 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023
Fail 20 Mar 2023

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2017

no lights fitted at time of test daytime use only

Pass 25 Oct 2015

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 25 Oct 2015

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 4 Oct 2014

No lights fitted at time of test

Chain guard missing

Pass 9 Oct 2013

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Oct 2012

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 12 Oct 2012

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2011
Pass 6 Jun 2010 2,227 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 2,200 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a) DANGEROUS

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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MX53 HPK is a 2003 Ktm 450 Exc in Orange with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX53 HPK, 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 MX53 HPK registered?

MX53 HPK is a 2003 Ktm 450 Exc, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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