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M458 JAT

1995 Kawasaki KLR250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,243 mi
Last recorded28,243 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki KLR25016,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM458 JAT
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR250
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 28,243 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 27,921 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2024 27,387 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 27,140 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 26,798 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 26,677 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 26,677 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 4 Mar 2014 26,651 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 26,169 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 26,169 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 25,048 miles

Chain slightly loose

Front and rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 22 Jun 2011 25,048 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Chain slightly loose

Front and rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 1 Jul 2010 23,601 miles

Drive chain showing signs of wear

Rear tyre starting to perish

Very slight play in rear wheel bearing

Pass 7 Jul 2009 23,346 miles

Drive chain showing signs of wear

Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 19 Jun 2008 21,843 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 17,238 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 12,781 miles

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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M458 JAT is a 1995 Kawasaki KLR250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 M458 JAT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M458 JAT registered?

M458 JAT is a 1995 Kawasaki KLR250, first registered on 4 February 1995.

Is M458 JAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M458 JAT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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