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H769 HBC

1991 Kawasaki KR1S

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,699 mi
Last recorded28,699 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki KR1S19,806 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH769 HBC
MakeKawasaki
ModelKR1S
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2025 28,699 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 28,653 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 28,609 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 28,563 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 28,500 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 28,404 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 28,334 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 28,265 miles

Front tyre valve slightly perished.

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

Rear shock has slightly reduced rebound damping.

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear linkage bushed/sleeves. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 28,198 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished. (4.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play linkage bushes/bearings. (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Jul 2016 28,128 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Jul 2015 28,073 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Jul 2014 27,947 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2013 27,900 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 27,788 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 27,744 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 27,570 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 27,232 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 27,058 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 26,983 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 26,853 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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H769 HBC is a 1991 Kawasaki KR1S in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki KR1S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 19,806 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 H769 HBC, 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 35 years old, this Kawasaki KR1S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H769 HBC is a 1991 Kawasaki KR1S, first registered on 17 May 1991.

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