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R462 BUK

1998 Kawasaki KMX125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,196 mi
Last recorded22,196 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KMX12514,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR462 BUK
MakeKawasaki
ModelKMX125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 22,196 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 22,010 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 22,010 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 21,861 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2022 21,861 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 21,641 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 21,246 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 19,823 miles

Front Tyre cracked

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 18,666 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 17,223 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 16,397 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 16,388 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 15,967 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 17 Mar 2015 15,967 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 11 Mar 2014 15,500 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 15,500 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 21,364 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 19,888 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 16,566 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 14,204 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 14,204 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KMX125?

Based on 11,529 MOT tests across 1,742 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
575
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 467
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 415
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 275
wheel bearings have excessive free play 229
Headlamp aim too high 221
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R462 BUK is a 1998 Kawasaki KMX125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki KMX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 14,354 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KMX125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 467 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R462 BUK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KMX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki KMX125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R462 BUK registered?

R462 BUK is a 1998 Kawasaki KMX125, first registered on 14 April 1998.

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