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F281 KGO

1997 Kawasaki Eliminator

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,625 mi
Last recorded18,625 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2007
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Eliminator18,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF281 KGO
MakeKawasaki
ModelEliminator
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2007 18,625 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 18,625 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 18,620 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Eliminator?

Based on 1,130 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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F281 KGO is a 1997 Kawasaki Eliminator in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Eliminator models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 18,625 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 Eliminator fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F281 KGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Eliminator typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Eliminator is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F281 KGO?

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What year was F281 KGO registered?

F281 KGO is a 1997 Kawasaki Eliminator, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is F281 KGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F281 KGO shows 3 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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