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H252 CJU

1990 Kawasaki KR1S

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

22,027 mi
Last recorded22,027 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki KR1S19,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH252 CJU
MakeKawasaki
ModelKR1S
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 22,027 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 21,995 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 21,957 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 24 Jul 2021 21,957 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 21,845 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 21,832 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 21,804 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 21,804 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 21,745 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 21,700 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2012 21,898 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 21,481 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 21,476 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 21,377 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 21,370 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 21,364 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 21,357 miles

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 21,049 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KR1S?

Based on 1,367 MOT tests across 250 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
142
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
suspension bush has excessive free play 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Horn not working 10
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H252 CJU is a 1990 Kawasaki KR1S in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki KR1S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 19,148 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 KR1S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H252 CJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KR1S typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Kawasaki KR1S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H252 CJU registered?

H252 CJU is a 1990 Kawasaki KR1S, first registered on 1 August 1990.

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