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R502 KDS

1997 Kawasaki KL250

Purple Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,551 mi
Last recorded24,551 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KL25013,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR502 KDS
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 May 2025 24,551 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 23,902 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 23,166 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 22,473 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL250?

Based on 2,639 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
242
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Horn not working 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 15
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 15
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R502 KDS is a 1997 Kawasaki KL250 in Purple with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 13,350 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R502 KDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R502 KDS registered?

R502 KDS is a 1997 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is R502 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R502 KDS shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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