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H397 HDO

1990 Kawasaki AR125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

21,242 mi
Last recorded21,242 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki AR12519,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH397 HDO
MakeKawasaki
ModelAR125
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 21,242 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear no plate cracked but secure (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 21,240 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar loose to bar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure rear bolt securing nut missing (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear no plate cracked but secure (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Feb 2019 35,175 miles

All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap ineffective split seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced reduced output on throttle and interaction with brake/indicators (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement foot rest interfering with rear brake (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush shock mounting worn (5.3.2 (c))

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

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect front (5.3.2 (b))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock head stock bearing notchy (2.1.4 (c))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering front wheel off centre (2.4 (a))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose leaking joins to caliper and master cylinder leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected both front and rear wheel spindle castle nuts missing locking device (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest slightly loose loose hitting brake (6.2.12 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 May 2006 32,967 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2006 32,967 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2006 31,962 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki AR125?

Based on 1,325 MOT tests across 330 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
330
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 41
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 33
Footrest missing 30
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
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H397 HDO is a 1990 Kawasaki AR125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki AR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 19,575 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 AR125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H397 HDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki AR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 36 years old, this Kawasaki AR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H397 HDO is a 1990 Kawasaki AR125, first registered on 10 September 1990.

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