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PBC 683W

1981 Kawasaki KE175

Yellow Petrol 174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,412 mi
Last recorded8,412 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki KE17511,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBC 683W
MakeKawasaki
ModelKE175
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 8,412 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 8,371 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 8,347 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 2,896 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 8,103 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 7,876 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 7,876 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KE175?

Based on 673 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
124
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Horn not working 7
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 6
Direction indicator not working 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
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PBC 683W is a 1981 Kawasaki KE175 in Yellow with a 174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki KE175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 11,720 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 KE175 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PBC 683W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KE175 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki KE175 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of PBC 683W?

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What year was PBC 683W registered?

PBC 683W is a 1981 Kawasaki KE175, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is PBC 683W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBC 683W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBC 683W have outstanding finance?

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