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C371 VFK

1985 Kawasaki KL250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,440 mi
Last recorded27,440 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki KL25019,109 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC371 VFK
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 27,440 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside handlebar grip is loose but not insecure

Pass 17 Feb 2024 27,344 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 26,693 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 25,854 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2022 25,829 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock non effective lock stop (2.1.4 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 25,223 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 24,363 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 23,494 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 22,457 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 22,144 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2015 21,079 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 19,988 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 7 Dec 2013 19,440 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 19,440 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 18,598 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Dec 2011 18,110 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 18,110 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 17,738 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 17,738 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2008 24,000 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL250?

Based on 2,639 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
242
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Horn not working 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 15
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 15
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C371 VFK is a 1985 Kawasaki KL250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 19,109 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 KL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C371 VFK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C371 VFK registered?

C371 VFK is a 1985 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 4 October 1985.

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