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P156 ADO

1996 Kawasaki GPX250R

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,130 mi
Last recorded21,130 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPX250R21,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP156 ADO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX250R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 21,130 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 21,008 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 6 May 2025 21,008 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 20,827 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2022 20,519 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 18,361 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 16,056 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2007 16,049 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPX250R?

Based on 1,304 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
403
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
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P156 ADO is a 1996 Kawasaki GPX250R in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GPX250R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 21,008 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 GPX250R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P156 ADO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPX250R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPX250R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P156 ADO registered?

P156 ADO is a 1996 Kawasaki GPX250R, first registered on 2 August 1996.

Is P156 ADO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P156 ADO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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