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GMC 247V

1980 Kawasaki KL250

Black Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,168 mi
Last recorded6,168 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2008
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki KL25011,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMC 247V
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2008 6,168 miles

Slight movement on front mudguard.

Slight play on gear lever.

Fail 5 Jul 2008 6,168 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Slight movement on front mudguard.

Slight play on gear lever.

Pass 20 Jul 2007 5,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 5,737 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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))

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL250?

Based on 2,639 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
242
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Horn not working 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 15
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 15
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GMC 247V is a 1980 Kawasaki KL250 in Black with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 11,455 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 KL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GMC 247V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GMC 247V registered?

GMC 247V is a 1980 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 22 May 1980.

Is GMC 247V safe to buy?

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