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R498 FFL

1997 Kawasaki GPX250R

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,618 mi
Last recorded11,618 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPX250R9,691 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 FFL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX250R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 11,618 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 9,691 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 8,575 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy with front wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear suspension slightly stiff. not completely returning to static position

Pass 30 Jun 2023 8,381 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm front pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear suspension slightly stiff. not completely returning to static position

Pass 26 Jul 2022 8,184 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 7,827 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 7,535 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 7,061 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 6,201 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (swinging arm) (2.4.A2a(i))

headrace bearings slightly notchy.

Pass 14 Sep 2016 3,989 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 3,982 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 3,348 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 3,308 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPX250R?

Based on 1,304 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
403
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
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R498 FFL is a 1997 Kawasaki GPX250R in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPX250R models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 9,691 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPX250R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R498 FFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPX250R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPX250R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R498 FFL registered?

R498 FFL is a 1997 Kawasaki GPX250R, first registered on 6 December 1997.

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