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YK03 DVT

2003 Ktm 250 Exc

Orange Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

5,172 mi
Last recorded5,172 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ktm 250 Exc2,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 DVT
MakeKtm
Model250 Exc
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 5,172 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 4,697 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2025 4,697 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 4,162 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2024 4,158 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 4,029 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 3,792 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 3,521 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 5,521 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 3,221 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2018 3,221 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 3,016 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 3,016 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 26 Jul 2017 3,014 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 2,814 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 2,352 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2015 2,352 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2013
Pass 16 Jun 2012 1,469 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011

How Reliable is the Ktm 250 Exc?

Based on 6,842 MOT tests across 952 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
259
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 139
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 134
Tyre is unsuitable 122
Horn not working 92
wheel bearings have excessive free play 79
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YK03 DVT is a 2003 Ktm 250 Exc in Orange with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Ktm 250 Exc models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 2,259 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 250 Exc fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK03 DVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ktm 250 Exc typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ktm 250 Exc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK03 DVT registered?

YK03 DVT is a 2003 Ktm 250 Exc, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is YK03 DVT safe to buy?

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