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L160 KVU

1998 Kawasaki Klx

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,565 mi
Last recorded22,565 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Klx13,953 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL160 KVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelKlx
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 22,565 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2020 20,596 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 19,605 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 18,518 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 16,627 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 14,808 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 28 Nov 2014 14,808 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 14,697 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 14,692 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 14,692 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Klx?

Based on 3,356 MOT tests across 600 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
379
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
600
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
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L160 KVU is a 1998 Kawasaki Klx in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Klx models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 13,953 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 Klx fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L160 KVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Klx typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Klx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L160 KVU registered?

L160 KVU is a 1998 Kawasaki Klx, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is L160 KVU safe to buy?

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