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R294 MNU

1997 Kawasaki EL250

Red Petrol 252cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

29,529 mi
Last recorded29,529 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki EL25014,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR294 MNU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine252cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 29,529 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 9 Apr 2015 29,529 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2014 29,233 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 29 Aug 2012 37,442 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 37,432 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 37,432 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 37,337 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 37,337 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 31,095 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 30,110 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 30,110 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EL250?

Based on 1,957 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Drive chain excessively loose 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
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R294 MNU is a 1997 Kawasaki EL250 in Red with a 252cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 14,521 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 EL250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R294 MNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R294 MNU registered?

R294 MNU is a 1997 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 12 December 1997.

Is R294 MNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R294 MNU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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