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H242 LHP

1991 Kawasaki EX305-B5

Black Petrol 305cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,149 mi
Last recorded31,149 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki EX305-B523,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH242 LHP
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX305-B5
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine305cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 31,149 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 30,378 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2024 30,368 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 29,671 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front brakes are dragging slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 29,315 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 28,000 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 27,856 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 27,782 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 26,980 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 26,202 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 25,450 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 25,364 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 24,564 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear suspension hard

Fail 24 Feb 2014 23,726 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 23,726 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 22,868 miles

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 22,868 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 22,423 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 22,239 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 26 Sep 2009 22,239 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 25 Apr 2009 22,226 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX305-B5?

Based on 745 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
408
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 7
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H242 LHP is a 1991 Kawasaki EX305-B5 in Black with a 305cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki EX305-B5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 23,640 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 EX305-B5 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H242 LHP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX305-B5 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki EX305-B5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H242 LHP registered?

H242 LHP is a 1991 Kawasaki EX305-B5, first registered on 4 April 1991.

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