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R551 RCY

1997 Kawasaki KDX125

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,238 mi
Last recorded2,238 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR551 RCY
MakeKawasaki
ModelKDX125
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2021 2,238 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2020

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Aug 2019 2,238 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Sep 2018 2,238 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 2,238 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 2,238 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 2,237 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 2,239 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 2,239 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 2,065 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 2,065 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 2,065 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2012 2,065 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 18 Oct 2010 24 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

motorcycle not to be used in hours of reduced visability.

Pass 23 Jun 2006 5 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

no lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KDX125?

Based on 1,488 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
reflector on motorcycle missing 50
Horn not working 32
Direction indicators not working 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
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R551 RCY is a 1997 Kawasaki KDX125 in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KDX125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R551 RCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KDX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki KDX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R551 RCY registered?

R551 RCY is a 1997 Kawasaki KDX125, first registered on 3 December 1997.

Is R551 RCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R551 RCY shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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