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R309 VGC

1998 Ktm 640 Duke

Black Petrol 625cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,427 mi
Last recorded39,427 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Ktm 640 Duke10,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR309 VGC
MakeKtm
Model640 Duke
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine625cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 39,427 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 38,570 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 15 Nov 2013 38,570 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 35,315 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 30,622 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 30,512 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 29,296 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 11 Dec 2009 29,296 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 26,871 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 24,517 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 22,353 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2006 22,353 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

How Reliable is the Ktm 640 Duke?

Based on 1,081 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
459
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 7
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R309 VGC is a 1998 Ktm 640 Duke in Black with a 625cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Ktm 640 Duke models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 10,396 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 640 Duke fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R309 VGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 640 Duke typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Ktm 640 Duke is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R309 VGC registered?

R309 VGC is a 1998 Ktm 640 Duke, first registered on 2 July 1998.

Is R309 VGC safe to buy?

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