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P268 HRP

1996 Kawasaki EL250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,803 mi
Last recorded13,803 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki EL25013,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP268 HRP
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 13,803 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 13,749 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 13,688 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 13,307 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 12,873 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 12,660 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

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

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

Rear shocks have reduced damping effect

Pass 9 Jul 2019 12,305 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 12,305 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 11,538 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 11,538 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 10,607 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 10,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 9,586 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 8,757 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 7,893 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 7,083 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 6,672 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 5,999 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2011 5,999 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 5,089 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 4,118 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 3,246 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 2,646 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 2,546 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EL250?

Based on 1,957 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Drive chain excessively loose 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
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P268 HRP is a 1996 Kawasaki EL250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 13,776 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EL250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P268 HRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P268 HRP registered?

P268 HRP is a 1996 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 20 September 1996.

Is P268 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P268 HRP shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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