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R560 JDG

1997 Kawasaki KE100

Green Petrol 99cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,553 mi
Last recorded4,553 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KE1004,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR560 JDG
MakeKawasaki
ModelKE100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine99cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 4,553 miles

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Lens cracked (4.2.1 (b))

Fail 29 Sep 2025 4,553 miles

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Lens cracked (4.2.1 (b))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 4,461 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 4,460 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre starting to perish

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 4,433 miles

Drive chain excessively loose And worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Directions indicators (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 4,382 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 14 May 2016 3,580 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 14 May 2016 3,580 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 2,310 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 2,123 miles

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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R560 JDG 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 R560 JDG, 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 R560 JDG registered?

R560 JDG is a 1997 Kawasaki KE100, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R560 JDG safe to buy?

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