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M540 FPV

1995 Kawasaki EL250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,301 mi
Last recorded19,301 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2012
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki EL25015,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM540 FPV
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2012 19,301 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 17,554 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2011 17,554 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 15,503 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 15,503 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 11,812 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 11,812 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2008 9,128 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 9,095 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EL250?

Based on 1,957 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Drive chain excessively loose 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
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M540 FPV is a 1995 Kawasaki EL250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 15,832 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 EL250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M540 FPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 31 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of M540 FPV?

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What year was M540 FPV registered?

M540 FPV is a 1995 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 1 May 1995.

Is M540 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M540 FPV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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