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Q491NYB

1989 Kawasaki KR1S

Green Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,714 mi
Last recorded17,714 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KR1S19,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ491NYB
MakeKawasaki
ModelKR1S
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2026 17,714 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 17,703 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KR1S?

Based on 1,367 MOT tests across 250 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
142
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
suspension bush has excessive free play 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Horn not working 10
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Q491NYB is a 1989 Kawasaki KR1S in Green with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki KR1S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 19,219 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KR1S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q491NYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KR1S typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki KR1S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q491NYB registered?

Q491NYB is a 1989 Kawasaki KR1S, first registered on 15 November 1989.

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