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J549 VEF

1992 Kawasaki ZZR250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,754 mi
Last recorded32,754 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki ZZR25023,159 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ549 VEF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR250
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 32,754 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 32,424 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 May 2023 32,157 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 31,452 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 30,873 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 30,839 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2016 29,530 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 29,172 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 28,061 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 27,711 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 27,679 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 27,016 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 24,736 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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J549 VEF is a 1992 Kawasaki ZZR250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J549 VEF, 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 J549 VEF registered?

J549 VEF is a 1992 Kawasaki ZZR250, first registered on 20 March 1992.

Is J549 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J549 VEF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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