CarVerify

Free Car Check

PL54 FHE

2005 Ktm 525 Exc Racing

Black Petrol 525cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ktm 525 Exc Racing3,594 mi
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

RegistrationPL54 FHE
MakeKtm
Model525 Exc Racing
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine525cc

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

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2026

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal failed (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024

All lights taped over at time of test

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear tyre over sized and runs close to drive chain and rubs inside of silencer when suspension under full load

Pass 13 Jul 2022
Pass 21 Jun 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2020

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front brake disc bobbins slightly fouling caliper carrier

Fail 28 May 2020

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front brake disc bobbins slightly fouling caliper carrier

Fail 28 Jun 2019

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2018 9,970 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no front sprocket cover fitted

Fail 5 Apr 2018 9,970 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no front sprocket cover fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2017 9,970 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 7,680 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 2,778 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 May 2012
Pass 14 Mar 2011
Pass 23 Jan 2010 2,337 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 2,333 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2008

How Reliable is the Ktm 525 Exc Racing?

Based on 2,853 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 72
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Horn not working 40
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 27
Full Ktm 525 Exc Racing 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

PL54 FHE is a 2005 Ktm 525 Exc Racing in Black with a 525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2005 Ktm 525 Exc Racing models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 3,594 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 525 Exc Racing fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL54 FHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 525 Exc Racing typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ktm 525 Exc Racing is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PL54 FHE?

You can check the full history of PL54 FHE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PL54 FHE registered?

PL54 FHE is a 2005 Ktm 525 Exc Racing, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is PL54 FHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL54 FHE shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PL54 FHE 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 PL54 FHE. 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.