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WK03 BWH

2003 Ktm 525SMR

Orange Petrol 510cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

826 mi
Last recorded826 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ktm 525SMR2,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 BWH
MakeKtm
Model525SMR
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine510cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 826 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 300 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 1,208 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 151 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 4,663 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 4,663 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 4,457 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 4,447 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 4,378 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 4,234 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 4,058 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 3,916 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 3,848 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 3,713 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 3,478 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 3,478 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 3,217 miles

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

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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WK03 BWH is a 2003 Ktm 525SMR in Orange with a 510cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Ktm 525SMR models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 2,568 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 WK03 BWH, 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 23 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 WK03 BWH registered?

WK03 BWH is a 2003 Ktm 525SMR, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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