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SP53 EKG

2003 Ktm 125 Exc

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ktm 125 Exc1,695 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 EKG
MakeKtm
Model125 Exc
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026

daytime use only

Fail 28 Apr 2026

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

daytime use only

Pass 14 Sep 2022

all lights masked off at time of test.

Pass 31 Dec 2020

no lights fitted at the time of test

Fail 31 Dec 2020

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

no lights fitted at the time of test

Fail 11 Dec 2020

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Chain guard missing ()

horn insecure

no lights fitted

this motorcycle can only be used during daylight hours and not at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 20 Apr 2018

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 100-80-17 (4.1.3(ii))

MOTORCYCLE IS SHOWING NO LIGHTS. (DIP HEADLIGHT, MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHT, TAILLIGHT, INDICATORS NOR STOP LIGHT.) MUST ONLY BE RIDDEN IN CLEAR WEATHER DURING DAYLIGHT.

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER IS VERY FAINT - FRAME HAS BEEN SHOT-BLASTED

Fail 20 Apr 2018

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel FRONT BRAKE CONTROL (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 130-70-17 (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 100-80-17 (4.1.3(ii))

MOTORCYCLE IS SHOWING NO LIGHTS. (DIP HEADLIGHT, MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHT, TAILLIGHT, INDICATORS NOR STOP LIGHT.) MUST ONLY BE RIDDEN IN CLEAR WEATHER DURING DAYLIGHT.

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER IS VERY FAINT - FRAME HAS BEEN SHOT-BLASTED

Pass 8 Oct 2014

Bike presented for test with out rear foot rests fitted- not required as single seat off road type machine designed to carry the rider only.

Bike presented for test with road legal off road type tyres fitted- unable to obtain stable brake test readings - brake performance acceptable.

Bike presented for test without indicators fitted, not required as single seat off road type machine designed to carry the rider only.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Oct 2014

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Bike presented for test with out rear foot rests fitted- not required as single seat off road type machine designed to carry the rider only.

Bike presented for test with road legal off road type tyres fitted- unable to obtain stable brake test readings - brake performance acceptable.

Bike presented for test without indicators fitted, not required as single seat off road type machine designed to carry the rider only.

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 11,650 miles

clutch lever worn

Pass 10 Apr 2012 17,796 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 82,963 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 125 Exc?

Based on 2,477 MOT tests across 315 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
379
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
315
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 96
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 80
Horn not working 58
Tyre is unsuitable 51
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 48
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SP53 EKG is a 2003 Ktm 125 Exc in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Ktm 125 Exc models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 1,695 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 125 Exc fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 96 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP53 EKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 125 Exc typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Ktm 125 Exc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SP53 EKG registered?

SP53 EKG is a 2003 Ktm 125 Exc, first registered on 12 December 2003.

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