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PVL 308V

1980 Kawasaki KL250

Orange Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,101 mi
Last recorded6,101 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki KL25011,455 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVL 308V
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2020 6,101 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 6,101 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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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PVL 308V is a 1980 Kawasaki KL250 in Orange with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 11,455 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 PVL 308V, 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 46 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PVL 308V?

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What year was PVL 308V registered?

PVL 308V is a 1980 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is PVL 308V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVL 308V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVL 308V have outstanding finance?

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