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PDV 171W

1981 Kawasaki KL250

Green Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,657 mi
Last recorded7,657 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki KL2509,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDV 171W
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2021 7,657 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 7,643 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 7,576 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 7,372 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 7,348 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 7,327 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 7,294 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 7,229 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 7,189 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 7,080 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 7,007 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 6,857 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 6,770 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 6,718 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 6,624 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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PDV 171W is a 1981 Kawasaki KL250 in Green with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 9,698 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PDV 171W, 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 45 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PDV 171W registered?

PDV 171W is a 1981 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is PDV 171W safe to buy?

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