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YJ57 YUK

2008 Ktm 450 Exc-r

Black Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,086 mi
Last recorded11,086 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ktm 450 Exc-r3,113 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ57 YUK
MakeKtm
Model450 Exc-r
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 11,086 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

cant Carrie out accurate fluctuation test due to knobbly tires on the bike

Fail 5 Apr 2025 11,037 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested no dipped beam (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush excessive movement in top mount (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

flat battery

no chain guard

no side stand

Pass 9 Jan 2024 10,853 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2024 10,853 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 7 Jul 2022
Fail 7 Jul 2022

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

Pass 21 Apr 2021
Pass 7 Apr 2020 7,326 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 6,259 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2018 6,259 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 4,834 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 4,439 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 4,439 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 3,818 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 3,818 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 3,267 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 May 2012 3,064 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 2,619 miles

How Reliable is the Ktm 450 Exc-r?

Based on 2,532 MOT tests across 318 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
318
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Horn not working 42
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 33
Tyre is unsuitable 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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YJ57 YUK is a 2008 Ktm 450 Exc-r in Black with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Ktm 450 Exc-r models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 3,113 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 450 Exc-r fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ57 YUK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 450 Exc-r typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Ktm 450 Exc-r is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YJ57 YUK is a 2008 Ktm 450 Exc-r, first registered on 1 January 2008.

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