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P83 ETF

1997 Kawasaki KLX250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,949 mi
Last recorded19,949 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLX25012,722 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP83 ETF
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX250
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 19,949 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 19,888 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 27 May 2025 19,888 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 19,853 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 19,832 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 19,822 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 19,750 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Side wall cracks (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Side Wall Cracks (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 19,709 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 19,642 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 19,486 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 19,244 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 19,209 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 18,883 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 18,883 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 17,116 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 14,050 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 14,050 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Lower Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 May 2011 12,924 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 10,946 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 10,946 miles

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Upper Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 9,314 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 8,173 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 7,133 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 5,012 miles

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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P83 ETF is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P83 ETF, 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 P83 ETF registered?

P83 ETF is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX250, first registered on 4 March 1997.

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