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P253 PBJ

1996 Kawasaki KE100

Green Petrol 99cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,296 mi
Last recorded14,296 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki KE1005,168 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP253 PBJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelKE100
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine99cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 14,296 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2025 14,296 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Number Plate Dos Not Conform To The Specified Requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 14,222 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 12,565 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 11,839 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 114,324 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 11,038 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 10,218 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 9,756 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2006 5,248 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2005 5,089 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KE100?

Based on 1,284 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
121
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Direction indicator not working 18
Direction indicators not working 17
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P253 PBJ is a 1996 Kawasaki KE100 in Green with a 99cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki KE100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 5,168 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KE100 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P253 PBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KE100 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki KE100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P253 PBJ registered?

P253 PBJ is a 1996 Kawasaki KE100, first registered on 26 October 1996.

Is P253 PBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P253 PBJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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