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K742 KNN

1998 Kawasaki KLX250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,000 mi
Last recorded12,000 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KLX25016,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK742 KNN
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 12,000 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 10,230 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 8,408 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 4,676 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 4,676 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 4,554 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 4,067 miles

Front tyre cracking in sidewall

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 3,939 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 3,544 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 3,039 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 2,893 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 2,518 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 2,512 miles

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

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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K742 KNN is a 1998 Kawasaki KLX250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki KLX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 16,380 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K742 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki KLX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K742 KNN registered?

K742 KNN is a 1998 Kawasaki KLX250, first registered on 1 June 1998.

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