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WA57 PLU

2008 Ktm 990 Adventure

Orange Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

63,673 mi
Last recorded63,673 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ktm 990 Adventure20,626 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA57 PLU
MakeKtm
Model990 Adventure
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 63,673 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 60,934 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 57,962 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 54,491 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 50,468 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 44,193 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 44,146 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2020 39,365 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 36,876 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 36,858 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 32,827 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 30,150 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 30,150 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 20 May 2016 27,076 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 23,761 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 17,166 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 13,464 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 13,243 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 9,833 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 990 Adventure?

Based on 6,725 MOT tests across 684 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,402
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
684
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 45
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
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WA57 PLU is a 2008 Ktm 990 Adventure in Orange with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Ktm 990 Adventure models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 20,626 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 990 Adventure fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA57 PLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 990 Adventure typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Ktm 990 Adventure is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA57 PLU registered?

WA57 PLU is a 2008 Ktm 990 Adventure, first registered on 11 February 2008.

Is WA57 PLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA57 PLU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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