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WX53 YGW

2003 Ktm Lc 8

Silver Petrol 950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

30,308 mi
Last recorded30,308 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Ktm Lc 824,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 YGW
MakeKtm
ModelLc 8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine950cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 30,308 miles

All lights taped over at the time of the test.

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded at flange area (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 17 Mar 2025 30,308 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned Separation distance not met (4.4.3 (a))

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

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute Stay on all the time (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded at flange area (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 29,578 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Fuel tank retaining bolt missing

Fail 26 Feb 2024 29,561 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Small (0.1 (d))

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Fuel tank retaining bolt missing

Pass 15 Mar 2023 28,658 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 28,251 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 26,635 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 26,635 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 25,385 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 23,889 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 23,737 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 23,116 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 22,765 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 22,300 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 21,674 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 21,674 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 20,769 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 18,818 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 15,388 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm Lc 8?

Based on 2,023 MOT tests across 188 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,424
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
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WX53 YGW is a 2003 Ktm Lc 8 in Silver with a 950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2003 Ktm Lc 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 24,586 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 Lc 8 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX53 YGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm Lc 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Ktm Lc 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX53 YGW registered?

WX53 YGW is a 2003 Ktm Lc 8, first registered on 10 November 2003.

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