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R354 FFS

1997 Kawasaki KLX250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

13,033 mi
Last recorded13,033 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLX25012,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR354 FFS
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX250
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2021 13,033 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 12,723 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 12,723 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 May 2015 12,723 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 27 May 2015 12,723 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 12,722 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 12,722 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 12,722 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 12,721 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 12,721 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 12,597 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 12,466 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 12,466 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 12,373 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLX250?

Based on 3,260 MOT tests across 423 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 32
Tyre is unsuitable 28
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R354 FFS is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KLX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 12,722 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 KLX250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R354 FFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki KLX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R354 FFS registered?

R354 FFS is a 1997 Kawasaki KLX250, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R354 FFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R354 FFS shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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