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VX53 KUY

2004 Ktm 525SMR

Orange Petrol 510cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

6,733 mi
Last recorded6,733 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Ktm 525SMR4,082 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 KUY
MakeKtm
Model525SMR
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine510cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 6,733 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 6,687 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 6,521 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 6,128 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 5,285 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 5,285 miles

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

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 4,057 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 3,193 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 2,365 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 1,700 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 1,563 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 1,521 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 525SMR?

Based on 1,186 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
325
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Tyre is unsuitable 17
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 9
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VX53 KUY is a 2004 Ktm 525SMR in Orange with a 510cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 Ktm 525SMR models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 4,082 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ktm 525SMR fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX53 KUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 525SMR typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Ktm 525SMR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX53 KUY registered?

VX53 KUY is a 2004 Ktm 525SMR, first registered on 21 January 2004.

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The MOT history for VX53 KUY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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