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P945 PTR

1997 Kawasaki KL250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,845 mi
Last recorded28,845 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KL25013,350 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP945 PTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 28,845 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 27,906 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 27,896 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2011 27,880 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

chain lube on the nearside of the rear tyre, also a small amount has got onto the treads.

Pass 23 Apr 2010 27,426 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

when brake test carried out spokes were creaking slightly.

Fail 20 Apr 2010 27,426 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

front tyre alittle soft

rear tyre alittle soft

when brake test carried out spokes were creaking slightly.

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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P945 PTR is a 1997 Kawasaki KL250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P945 PTR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P945 PTR registered?

P945 PTR is a 1997 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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