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G553 TYM

1989 Kawasaki KMX125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,106 mi
Last recorded26,106 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KMX12521,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG553 TYM
MakeKawasaki
ModelKMX125
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 26,106 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 22,537 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 20,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 19,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2018 19,268 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Ignition switch insecure. Likely to impede steering.

Fail 27 Nov 2018 19,268 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Ignition switch insecure. Likely to impede steering.

Pass 14 Oct 2017 18,085 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 14,833 miles

Chain guard missing

Gearbos sprocket cover missing.

Fail 14 Apr 2014 14,813 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Chain guard missing

Gearbos sprocket cover missing.

Pass 16 Aug 2012 12,629 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 26,578 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

goodridge hoses fitted

Fail 3 Aug 2011 26,578 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

goodridge hoses fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2009 25,313 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

bolt missing out of headlamp

Pass 20 Oct 2005 24,347 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 24,345 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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G553 TYM is a 1989 Kawasaki KMX125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G553 TYM, 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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G553 TYM is a 1989 Kawasaki KMX125, first registered on 11 August 1989.

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