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P957 COD

1997 Kawasaki KLX250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,637 mi
Last recorded6,637 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLX25012,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP957 COD
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX250
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 6,637 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 6,545 miles

Rear shock has reduced damping effect.

Fail 1 Jul 2019 6,545 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Rear shock lower mounting bush (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear swing-arm mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake master cylinder leaking Front brake master cylinder sight glass damaged and weeping fluid (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2008 5,647 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 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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P957 COD is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P957 COD, 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 P957 COD registered?

P957 COD is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX250, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P957 COD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P957 COD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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