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VX51 BFU

2001 Ktm Exc

Orange Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,807 mi
Last recorded7,807 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Ktm Exc2,827 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 BFU
MakeKtm
ModelExc
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 7,807 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 7,617 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 7,551 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 7,245 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 6,821 miles

Wheel spoke slightly loose 2x Spokes on NS Rear of Rear wheel. (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 6,569 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 5,056 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front & rear wheel bearings are slightly noisy when rotated.

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear number plate fitted at time of test is smaller than a standard rear plate, however number plate holder will not hold a larger plate & appears to be original equipment.

Pass 6 Jul 2018 4,056 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 11 Feb 2008 3,713 miles

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

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

No plate smaller then std but can read from 15 mtrs

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 3,713 miles

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

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

No plate smaller then std but can read from 15 mtrs

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 3,212 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 3,212 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2005

number plate is of non standard size but readable from 15 mts

Fail 5 Nov 2005

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

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

How Reliable is the Ktm Exc?

Based on 6,565 MOT tests across 817 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
281
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
817
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 159
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 150
Tyre is unsuitable 110
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 97
Horn not working 85
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VX51 BFU is a 2001 Ktm Exc in Orange with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Ktm Exc models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 2,827 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ktm Exc fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX51 BFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm Exc typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Ktm Exc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX51 BFU registered?

VX51 BFU is a 2001 Ktm Exc, first registered on 5 October 2001.

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