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F803 JFJ

1989 Kawasaki KMX125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

17,631 mi
Last recorded17,631 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KMX12521,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF803 JFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelKMX125
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 17,631 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 17,613 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 17,541 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2022 17,541 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 17,498 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 17,498 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 17,396 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 16,816 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2014 1,381 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front brake disc retaining bolt modified

gear change lever modified

Fail 8 Apr 2014 1,380 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake component has a poor repair (3.1.5)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

gear change lever has been modified

side stand insecure

Fail 7 Feb 2013 9 miles

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

rear wheel hub slight damage around bearing housing.

Pass 7 Feb 2013 9 miles

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

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

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

rear wheel hub slight damage around bearing housing.

Pass 10 Dec 2005 27,903 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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F803 JFJ is a 1989 Kawasaki KMX125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki KMX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 21,770 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 F803 JFJ, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki KMX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F803 JFJ is a 1989 Kawasaki KMX125, first registered on 14 February 1989.

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