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J518 BWW

1992 Kawasaki ZZR250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,470 mi
Last recorded13,470 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki ZZR25023,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ518 BWW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR250
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2020 13,470 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 13,470 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Swing arm front mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 13,466 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn swinging arm pivot. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 13,130 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 12,546 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 12,470 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 12,249 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 12,225 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 12,208 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 12,172 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 12,108 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 11,811 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 11,513 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 11,154 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR250?

Based on 664 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
413
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 37
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 15
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
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J518 BWW is a 1992 Kawasaki ZZR250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki ZZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 23,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZR250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J518 BWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J518 BWW registered?

J518 BWW is a 1992 Kawasaki ZZR250, first registered on 6 May 1992.

Is J518 BWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J518 BWW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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