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WU12 BJE

2012 Ktm 125 Duke

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,589 mi
Last recorded29,589 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Ktm 125 Duke12,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU12 BJE
MakeKtm
Model125 Duke
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 29,589 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 28,714 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2022 28,706 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 35% (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 23,645 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 18,113 miles

FI/Engine light is on

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 16 May 2019 18,113 miles

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

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no pattern (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock steering stop damaged (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling incorrectly adjusted (2.4 (a))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 0.9mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Engine/FI light is on

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 16,021 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 13,341 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 13,341 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Coolant leak from water bottle ()

Pass 21 Apr 2016 11,466 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

slight bind rear brake

Pass 23 Apr 2015 9,276 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Ktm 125 Duke?

Based on 1,906 MOT tests across 289 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
1,507
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
289
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Drive chain excessively loose 23
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WU12 BJE is a 2012 Ktm 125 Duke in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2012 Ktm 125 Duke models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 12,358 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 125 Duke fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU12 BJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 125 Duke typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Ktm 125 Duke is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WU12 BJE is a 2012 Ktm 125 Duke, first registered on 16 March 2012.

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