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VX08 RFE

2008 Ktm 530 Exc-r

Black Petrol 510cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

8,151 mi
Last recorded8,151 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ktm 530 Exc-r3,254 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 RFE
MakeKtm
Model530 Exc-r
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine510cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 8,151 miles

T the time of test no indicators fitted off road solo type of machine

Fail 29 Aug 2025 8,151 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

T the time of test no indicators fitted off road solo type of machine

Pass 5 Aug 2024 7,714 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 6,918 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 6,022 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 5,750 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2016
Pass 3 Jun 2015 4,253 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 3,616 miles

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 3,616 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 2 May 2013 3,223 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 30 Apr 2013 3,218 miles

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))

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2012 2,795 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear number plate damaged

Fail 17 May 2012 2,795 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear number plate damaged

Pass 20 May 2011 2,286 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 2,286 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Ktm 530 Exc-r?

Based on 1,595 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
268
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 32
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Tyre is unsuitable 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
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VX08 RFE is a 2008 Ktm 530 Exc-r in Black with a 510cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Ktm 530 Exc-r models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 3,254 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 530 Exc-r fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX08 RFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 530 Exc-r typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Ktm 530 Exc-r is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX08 RFE registered?

VX08 RFE is a 2008 Ktm 530 Exc-r, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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