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GU52 XEP

2003 Kawasaki BN125A5

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

23,313 mi
Last recorded23,313 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki BN125A510,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 XEP
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2013 23,313 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 May 2012 20,298 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

clutch lever pivot has play

inlet manifold starting to crack/perish

Fail 1 May 2012 20,251 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

clutch lever pivot has play

inlet manifold starting to crack/perish

slight bind front wheel

throttle return cable not connected to carb properly

Pass 26 May 2011 18,219 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 18,218 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 18,218 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 23 Jul 2009 18,218 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

front brake fluid level low

front tyre low pressure

Fail 20 Jun 2008 17,808 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 17,808 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 16,610 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 15,434 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki BN125A5?

Based on 1,036 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
678
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Drive chain excessively loose 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Drive chain worn to excess 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
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GU52 XEP is a 2003 Kawasaki BN125A5 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki BN125A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 10,452 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 BN125A5 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU52 XEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki BN125A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki BN125A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GU52 XEP is a 2003 Kawasaki BN125A5, first registered on 10 January 2003.

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