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WA56 LWE

2007 Ktm 525 Exc Racing

Orange Petrol 520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

35,324 mi
Last recorded35,324 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Ktm 525 Exc Racing3,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA56 LWE
MakeKtm
Model525 Exc Racing
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine520cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 35,324 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 35,307 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2025 35,307 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 35,236 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 35,236 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 35,097 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 35,001 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 35,001 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases MANIFOLD (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 34,239 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 33,791 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 32,564 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 31,422 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 28,157 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 28,157 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 999 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 20,121 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 17,693 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 17,693 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 14,275 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 14,275 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 10,409 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 8,998 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 31 Jan 2011 8,998 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Upper Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 6,880 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2010 6,880 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

How Reliable is the Ktm 525 Exc Racing?

Based on 2,853 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 72
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Horn not working 40
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 30
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 27
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WA56 LWE is a 2007 Ktm 525 Exc Racing in Orange with a 520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2007 Ktm 525 Exc Racing models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 3,834 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 525 Exc Racing fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA56 LWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 525 Exc Racing typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 19 years old, this Ktm 525 Exc Racing is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA56 LWE registered?

WA56 LWE is a 2007 Ktm 525 Exc Racing, first registered on 1 February 2007.

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