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R205 PGM

1998 Kawasaki BN125A1

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

30,974 mi
Last recorded30,974 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki BN125A114,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR205 PGM
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2023 30,974 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 28,896 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 28,896 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 28,786 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 28,725 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 28,725 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working REAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ADJUSTED (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018 27,921 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 26,227 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 25,783 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 25,689 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 25,689 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 25,455 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 25,452 miles

Front Fuel cap missing (7.2.2a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 May 2009 22,029 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 21,479 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 20,667 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 19,183 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki BN125A1?

Based on 1,189 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Drive chain excessively loose 16
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R205 PGM is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 14,240 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 BN125A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R205 PGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki BN125A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki BN125A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R205 PGM registered?

R205 PGM is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1, first registered on 24 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R205 PGM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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