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M149 ENG

2001 Kawasaki KLX250

Green Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,770 mi
Last recorded30,770 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki KLX25020,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM149 ENG
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX250
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 30,770 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 30,582 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 30,049 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 30,049 miles

Fuel system component leaking carb (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2022 30,398 miles

Fuel system component leaking carb (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 29,225 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 28,986 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 28,741 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose slight movement in transfer linkage (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2016 28,513 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 28,268 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 27,637 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 27,616 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 26,550 miles

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

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

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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M149 ENG is a 2001 Kawasaki KLX250 in Green with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki KLX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 20,555 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 M149 ENG, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki KLX250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M149 ENG registered?

M149 ENG is a 2001 Kawasaki KLX250, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is M149 ENG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M149 ENG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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