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K489 KNN

1997 Kawasaki KLX250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,890 mi
Last recorded15,890 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLX25012,722 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK489 KNN
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 15,890 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 21 Apr 2022 15,890 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 23,975 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 23,974 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2015 23,972 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 23,910 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 23,095 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2006 22,924 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 14 Nov 2006 22,894 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLX250?

Based on 3,260 MOT tests across 423 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 32
Tyre is unsuitable 28
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K489 KNN is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KLX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 12,722 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 KLX250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K489 KNN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki KLX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K489 KNN is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX250, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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