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R383 VVU

1997 Kawasaki KE100

Green Petrol 99cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,433 mi
Last recorded8,433 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KE1004,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR383 VVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelKE100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine99cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2013 8,433 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 8,433 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 7,428 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 7,414 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 7,141 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 7,141 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 23 Oct 2008 6,212 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 6,212 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 5,875 miles

ADVISE BATTERY NEEDS CHARGING OR REPLACEMENT (indicators slow ! )

Fail 20 Feb 2007 5,870 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KE100?

Based on 1,284 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
121
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Direction indicator not working 18
Direction indicators not working 17
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R383 VVU is a 1997 Kawasaki KE100 in Green with a 99cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KE100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 4,553 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 KE100 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R383 VVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KE100 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki KE100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R383 VVU registered?

R383 VVU is a 1997 Kawasaki KE100, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R383 VVU safe to buy?

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