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PJ53 UKA

2003 Ktm 450EXC

Orange Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

5,041 mi
Last recorded5,041 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Ktm 450EXC2,654 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 UKA
MakeKtm
Model450EXC
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 5,041 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 5,108 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 4,932 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 4,685 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 4,685 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 4,454 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 4,454 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 4,128 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 2,995 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016
Fail 5 Aug 2016

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 2,729 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 2,729 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 2,729 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 2,609 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 2,555 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 2,552 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jan 2007 2,371 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 450EXC?

Based on 2,462 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
reflector on motorcycle missing 45
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Tyre is unsuitable 28
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
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PJ53 UKA is a 2003 Ktm 450EXC in Orange with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2003 Ktm 450EXC models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 2,654 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 450EXC fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJ53 UKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 450EXC typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ktm 450EXC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PJ53 UKA registered?

PJ53 UKA is a 2003 Ktm 450EXC, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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