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P587 PKJ

1997 Kawasaki KL250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

44,872 mi
Last recorded44,872 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2013
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KL25013,350 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP587 PKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2013 44,872 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 44,872 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 39,715 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 39,703 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 30 Nov 2010 39,213 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Nov 2010 39,213 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 Nov 2009 38,383 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 38,383 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 31,775 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 31,775 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 26,621 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 24,604 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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P587 PKJ is a 1997 Kawasaki KL250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 13,350 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 P587 PKJ, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P587 PKJ registered?

P587 PKJ is a 1997 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P587 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P587 PKJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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