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AO51 MLF

2001 Kawasaki KMX125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

18,490 mi
Last recorded18,490 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki KMX12512,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 MLF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKMX125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 18,490 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2025 18,490 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 May 2021 18,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 May 2021 18,441 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 17,333 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 17,332 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 17,332 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Fail 7 Mar 2015 17,165 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 17,165 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 15,920 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 15,911 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

indicators flash a fast

Pass 8 Oct 2009 21,818 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 20,626 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 20,624 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2007 17,813 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 13 Oct 2007 17,813 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Oct 2006 14,826 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Oct 2005 11,822 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2005 11,822 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KMX125?

Based on 11,529 MOT tests across 1,742 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
575
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 467
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 415
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 275
wheel bearings have excessive free play 229
Headlamp aim too high 221
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AO51 MLF is a 2001 Kawasaki KMX125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki KMX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 12,194 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 Kawasaki KMX125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 467 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO51 MLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KMX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki KMX125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AO51 MLF is a 2001 Kawasaki KMX125, first registered on 17 November 2001.

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