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OWX 888W

1980 Kawasaki KL250

Red Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,343 mi
Last recorded10,343 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2006
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki KL25011,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWX 888W
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2006 10,343 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 10,343 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL250?

Based on 2,639 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
242
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Horn not working 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 15
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 15
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OWX 888W is a 1980 Kawasaki KL250 in Red with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 11,455 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 KL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OWX 888W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OWX 888W registered?

OWX 888W is a 1980 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 27 August 1980.

Is OWX 888W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWX 888W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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