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NEL 287W

1981 Kawasaki KE175

Blue Petrol 174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,992 mi
Last recorded18,992 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki KE17511,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEL 287W
MakeKawasaki
ModelKE175
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine174cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 18,992 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 18,904 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 18,857 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 18,788 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 18,660 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 18,482 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 18,286 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 17,813 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 17,813 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 17,813 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2011 17,478 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

indicators not fitted

stop lamp operating on rear brake only

Pass 20 May 2010 17,054 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 16,414 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 16,150 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 16,160 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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NEL 287W is a 1981 Kawasaki KE175 in Blue with a 174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki KE175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 11,720 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 NEL 287W, 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 45 years old, this Kawasaki KE175 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NEL 287W registered?

NEL 287W is a 1981 Kawasaki KE175, first registered on 29 January 1981.

Is NEL 287W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEL 287W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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