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KWR 223V

1979 Kawasaki KL250

Red Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

9,683 mi
Last recorded9,683 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWR 223V
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 9,683 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 9,677 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 May 2013 9,677 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 9,641 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 9,471 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 9,471 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 9,343 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 9,343 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

bike not running

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL250?

Based on 2,639 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
242
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Horn not working 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 15
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 15
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KWR 223V is a 1979 Kawasaki KL250 in Red with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KWR 223V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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KWR 223V is a 1979 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 15 October 1979.

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