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H696 VFM

1990 Kawasaki KR1S

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,877 mi
Last recorded26,877 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki KR1S19,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH696 VFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelKR1S
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 26,877 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 26,018 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 25,005 miles

Advise owner to clean machine.

Pass 21 Apr 2023 24,296 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 22,391 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 20,248 miles

bike requires a wash at some point

Pass 22 May 2020 17,596 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 16,477 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear number plate slightly deteriorated. (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 15,967 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 14,578 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 14,573 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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H696 VFM is a 1990 Kawasaki KR1S in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H696 VFM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H696 VFM registered?

H696 VFM is a 1990 Kawasaki KR1S, first registered on 2 August 1990.

Is H696 VFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H696 VFM shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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