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R218 WBW

1998 Kawasaki BN125A1

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

5,212 mi
Last recorded5,212 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki BN125A114,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR218 WBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A1
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 5,212 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose cshsion (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2010 5,139 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 5,129 miles

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 4,059 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Aug 2009 4,059 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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R218 WBW is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R218 WBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R218 WBW registered?

R218 WBW is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R218 WBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R218 WBW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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