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NK08 HWS

2008 Ktm 690 Smc

Orange Petrol 654cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

15,223 mi
Last recorded15,223 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ktm 690 Smc7,664 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK08 HWS
MakeKtm
Model690 Smc
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine654cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 15,223 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 14,996 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 14,263 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 13,600 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2023 13,600 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 12,733 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 12,624 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 12,382 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 11,128 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 10,203 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 7,671 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 7,337 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2014 5,210 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 3,640 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 1,892 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 1,892 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 1,777 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 690 Smc?

Based on 1,421 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
608
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 6
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 5
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 5
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NK08 HWS is a 2008 Ktm 690 Smc in Orange with a 654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Ktm 690 Smc models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 7,664 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ktm 690 Smc fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK08 HWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 690 Smc typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Ktm 690 Smc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK08 HWS registered?

NK08 HWS is a 2008 Ktm 690 Smc, first registered on 18 May 2008.

Is NK08 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK08 HWS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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