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E389 YFJ

1987 Kawasaki KL250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,921 mi
Last recorded13,921 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki KL25018,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE389 YFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 13,921 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 13,747 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 13,554 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 13,465 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 13,203 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 12,813 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 12,805 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 12,749 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 12,749 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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E389 YFJ is a 1987 Kawasaki KL250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 18,918 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E389 YFJ, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E389 YFJ?

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What year was E389 YFJ registered?

E389 YFJ is a 1987 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 9 November 1987.

Is E389 YFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E389 YFJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E389 YFJ have outstanding finance?

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