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VX53 LJC

2003 Ktm 450 Exc

Orange Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ktm 450 Exc2,500 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 LJC
MakeKtm
Model450 Exc
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025
Pass 5 Jan 2021
Pass 20 Apr 2018
Pass 1 Dec 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2015

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2015 13,385 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil R/H (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion L/H (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 9,778 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 31 Jul 2014 9,778 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 4,552 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 4,552 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 4,454 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 4,050 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 25 Feb 2011 4,050 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009
Pass 9 Apr 2008 3,160 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 2,205 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Ktm 450 Exc?

Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 811 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
811
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
Horn not working 105
wheel bearings have excessive free play 83
Tyre is unsuitable 80
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VX53 LJC is a 2003 Ktm 450 Exc in Orange with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Ktm 450 Exc models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 2,500 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 450 Exc fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX53 LJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 450 Exc typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ktm 450 Exc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX53 LJC registered?

VX53 LJC is a 2003 Ktm 450 Exc, first registered on 28 October 2003.

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