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MHK 42V

1980 Kawasaki KE175

Blue Petrol 174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,815 mi
Last recorded15,815 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki KE17511,865 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHK 42V
MakeKawasaki
ModelKE175
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 15,815 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 15,459 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 15,420 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 15,219 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Feb 2014 15,217 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 15,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 15,098 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KE175?

Based on 673 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
124
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Horn not working 7
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 6
Direction indicator not working 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
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MHK 42V is a 1980 Kawasaki KE175 in Blue with a 174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki KE175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 11,865 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KE175 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MHK 42V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KE175 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki KE175 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MHK 42V registered?

MHK 42V is a 1980 Kawasaki KE175, first registered on 14 March 1980.

Is MHK 42V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHK 42V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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