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K123 BWL

2005 Kawasaki EL250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,687 mi
Last recorded44,687 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK123 BWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 44,687 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 42,803 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2014 40,550 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 39,331 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 39,331 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 37,557 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 35,411 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 32,472 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 32,472 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2009 28,819 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 26,433 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 26,433 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

fork dust seals excessively perished and split (but not leaking oil)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EL250?

Based on 1,957 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Drive chain excessively loose 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
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K123 BWL is a 2005 Kawasaki EL250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EL250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K123 BWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K123 BWL registered?

K123 BWL is a 2005 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 18 May 2005.

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The MOT history for K123 BWL shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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