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P589 BTA

1997 Kawasaki KLX250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

17,311 mi
Last recorded17,311 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLX25012,722 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP589 BTA
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX250
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 17,311 miles

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

front shock absorbers covered by rubber gators

Fail 20 May 2013 7,309 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

front shock absorbers covered by rubber gators

Pass 24 Apr 2012 16,650 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2011 28,370 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

slight plat in cush drive.

Fail 26 Feb 2011 28,370 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

slight plat in cush drive.

Fail 20 Mar 2010 15,900 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 15,900 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 14,050 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 12,813 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 11,084 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 8,785 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 8,785 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLX250?

Based on 3,260 MOT tests across 423 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 32
Tyre is unsuitable 28
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P589 BTA is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KLX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 12,722 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 KLX250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P589 BTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki KLX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P589 BTA registered?

P589 BTA is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX250, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P589 BTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P589 BTA shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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