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M91 ATW

1997 Kawasaki KMX125

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KMX12515,702 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM91 ATW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKMX125
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Jul 2018

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn link bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017
Pass 24 Jun 2016

daylight mot use

Fail 15 Jun 2016

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

daylight mot use

oil leak

Fail 13 Jan 2015

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

daytime use only

Pass 3 Aug 2013

Daytime use ONLY

Pass 3 Aug 2012

daylight use only

Fail 25 Jul 2012

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

horn works intermitantly

no front position lamp on this vehicle due to it being a off road bike & only used during daytime hours

no handle bar rear view mirrors fitted

no indicators fitted due to the bike being a off roader & only used during daylight hours

oil leak

rear brake lever switch return spring is not adequate enough for the machine

this machine has nobblies (off road tyres fitted front & rear but no cord or ply visable at this time

Fail 14 Mar 2011

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

horn works intermitantly

no front position lamp on this vehicle due to it being a off road bike & only used during daytime hours

no handle bar rear view mirrors fitted

no indicators fitted due to the bike being a off roader & only used during daylight hours

oil leak

rear brake lever switch return spring is not adequate enough for the machine

this machine has nobblies (off road tyres fitted front & rear but no cord or ply visable at this time

Fail 14 Feb 2011

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

NOT USED AT TIMES OF SERIOUSLY REDUCED VISABILITY.

ONLY USED IN DAYLIGHT HOURS.

drive chain slack

Pass 6 Feb 2010

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KMX125?

Based on 11,529 MOT tests across 1,742 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
575
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 467
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 415
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 275
wheel bearings have excessive free play 229
Headlamp aim too high 221
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M91 ATW is a 1997 Kawasaki KMX125 in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KMX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 15,702 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 KMX125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 467 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M91 ATW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KMX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki KMX125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M91 ATW is a 1997 Kawasaki KMX125, first registered on 23 January 1997.

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