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VX54 HBC

2004 Ktm 450 Exc

Orange Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Ktm 450 Exc2,880 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX54 HBC
MakeKtm
Model450 Exc
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021
Fail 10 Jun 2021

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2016
Fail 20 Apr 2016

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 2,444 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 2,444 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 99 miles

odometer not working

Pass 17 Jan 2013
Fail 14 Jan 2013

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

odometer not working

Pass 13 Jan 2012
Fail 13 Jan 2012

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 Dec 2009

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2009
Fail 8 Dec 2009 2,205 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

no plate deteriated

Pass 8 Dec 2008 2,377 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fork leg sleeves fitted - unable to fully test.

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 1 Dec 2008 2,367 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fork leg sleeves fitted - unable to fully test.

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 1,496 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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VX54 HBC is a 2004 Ktm 450 Exc in Orange with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 2004 Ktm 450 Exc models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 2,880 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 VX54 HBC, 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 22 years old, this Ktm 450 Exc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VX54 HBC is a 2004 Ktm 450 Exc, first registered on 1 November 2004.

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