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E489 HTF

1988 Kawasaki KMX125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,192 mi
Last recorded18,192 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki KMX12518,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE489 HTF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKMX125
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 18,192 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 25 Nov 2017 18,175 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 16,626 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 16,201 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 15,521 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 15,517 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 14,750 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 14,749 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 14,718 miles

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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E489 HTF is a 1988 Kawasaki KMX125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki KMX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 18,239 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 E489 HTF, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki KMX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E489 HTF registered?

E489 HTF is a 1988 Kawasaki KMX125, first registered on 11 May 1988.

Is E489 HTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E489 HTF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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