CarVerify

Free Car Check

OU55 FEV

2005 Ktm 250 Exc

Orange Petrol 249cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,146 mi
Last recorded2,146 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Ktm 250 Exc3,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ktm
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 FEV
MakeKtm
Model250 Exc
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 2,146 miles

o/s/r indcater cloudy

Fail 23 Feb 2021 2,146 miles

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

o/s/r indcater cloudy

Pass 17 Oct 2018 1,934 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 1,829 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016

rear number plate as close to vertial as practical ?

Pass 4 Nov 2015 1,644 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 1,644 miles

Rear Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 1,527 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 1,527 miles

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

Offside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Aug 2012 1,516 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

replaced cracked number plate

the bike has had rear footrests fitted for a pillion rider

Pass 14 Aug 2012 1,516 miles

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

replaced cracked number plate

the bike has had rear footrests fitted for a pillion rider

Pass 3 Jun 2011 1,443 miles

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

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

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 1,417 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 1,145 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Upper Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

radiator cowl on offside not fitted correctly

slight wear in rear brake pedal rose joint.

small split in exhaust to frame mounting rubber

upper rear sub frame mounting points on both sides have a small crack,this part of sub frame has a solid core in it.not affecting its strength.

Fail 26 Nov 2008 1,145 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Upper Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

radiator cowl on offside not fitted correctly

slight wear in rear brake pedal rose joint.

small split in exhaust to frame mounting rubber

upper rear sub frame mounting points on both sides have a small crack,this part of sub frame has a solid core in it.not affecting its strength.

How Reliable is the Ktm 250 Exc?

Based on 6,842 MOT tests across 952 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
259
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 139
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 134
Tyre is unsuitable 122
Horn not working 92
wheel bearings have excessive free play 79
Full Ktm 250 Exc reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OU55 FEV is a 2005 Ktm 250 Exc in Orange with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Ktm 250 Exc models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 3,383 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 250 Exc fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU55 FEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 250 Exc typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ktm 250 Exc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OU55 FEV?

You can check the full history of OU55 FEV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OU55 FEV registered?

OU55 FEV is a 2005 Ktm 250 Exc, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is OU55 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU55 FEV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OU55 FEV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OU55 FEV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.