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HYW 81W

1981 Kawasaki KL250

Red Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,803 mi
Last recorded10,803 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2013
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki KL2509,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYW 81W
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2013 10,803 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 10,803 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL250?

Based on 2,639 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
242
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Horn not working 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 15
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 15
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HYW 81W is a 1981 Kawasaki KL250 in Red with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 9,698 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 KL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HYW 81W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HYW 81W?

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What year was HYW 81W registered?

HYW 81W is a 1981 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 16 January 1981.

Is HYW 81W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYW 81W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HYW 81W have outstanding finance?

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