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F700 KMB

1989 Kawasaki KR1

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,932 mi
Last recorded19,932 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KR117,162 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF700 KMB
MakeKawasaki
ModelKR1
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 19,932 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 19,596 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2023 19,590 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 19,420 miles

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

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

Rear rear tyre cracking/perished.

Pass 28 Jul 2021 19,265 miles

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

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

rear tyre cracking.

Pass 26 Jun 2019 18,896 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 18,460 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 18,136 miles

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 21 Jun 2016 17,743 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 17,433 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 16,978 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 17,619 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 16,209 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 15,831 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 15,621 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 15,336 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 15,214 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 15,113 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 14,916 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KR1?

Based on 783 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Brake disc(s) excessively worn 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
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F700 KMB is a 1989 Kawasaki KR1 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki KR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,162 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KR1 fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F700 KMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KR1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki KR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F700 KMB is a 1989 Kawasaki KR1, first registered on 6 July 1989.

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