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M283 VCT

1995 Kawasaki KLR250

Green Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,681 mi
Last recorded5,681 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki KLR25016,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM283 VCT
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR250
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 5,681 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Bearing free play ! (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 12 May 2026 5,681 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Bearing free play ! (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 5,674 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 5,674 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLR250?

Based on 1,453 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
reflector on motorcycle missing 21
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
Tyre is unsuitable 12
Direction indicator not working 12
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M283 VCT is a 1995 Kawasaki KLR250 in Green with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki KLR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 16,274 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 KLR250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M283 VCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 31 years old, this Kawasaki KLR250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M283 VCT registered?

M283 VCT is a 1995 Kawasaki KLR250, first registered on 1 September 1995.

Is M283 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M283 VCT shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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