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R281 YOP

1998 Kawasaki BN125A1

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

13,306 mi
Last recorded13,306 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki BN125A114,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 YOP
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A1
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2012 13,306 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 1 Mar 2012 13,238 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 10,306 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 9,395 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2010 9,395 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 7,162 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 7,109 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 7,099 miles

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Rear suspension component misaligned (2.4.A.1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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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R281 YOP is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R281 YOP, 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 R281 YOP registered?

R281 YOP is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R281 YOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R281 YOP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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