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J718 HOW

1991 Kawasaki AR50

Black Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

15,543 mi
Last recorded15,543 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2024
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki AR5014,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ718 HOW
MakeKawasaki
ModelAR50
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2024 15,543 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 15,492 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 15,393 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 15,329 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 15,253 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 15,188 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 15,095 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 14,990 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 14,889 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 14,656 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 14,540 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 14,110 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2006 13,354 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 13,354 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki AR50?

Based on 1,229 MOT tests across 348 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
217
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
348
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Direction indicators not working 32
Direction indicator not working 32
Horn not working 24
Footrest missing 21
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J718 HOW is a 1991 Kawasaki AR50 in Black with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki AR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 14,990 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki AR50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J718 HOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki AR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki AR50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J718 HOW is a 1991 Kawasaki AR50, first registered on 29 December 1991.

Is J718 HOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J718 HOW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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