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R681 DOU

1998 Kawasaki KH125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

22,676 mi
Last recorded22,676 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KH12514,594 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR681 DOU
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 22,676 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 22,577 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 22,572 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced mudguard brace missing (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2019 22,166 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2019 22,166 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2018 21,509 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2018 21,467 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2017 19,385 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 May 2016 19,373 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 19,113 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 18,792 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 17,911 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 17,026 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KH125?

Based on 2,902 MOT tests across 597 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
250
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
597
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 113
Direction indicators not working 47
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp 43
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 39
Direction indicator not working 38
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R681 DOU is a 1998 Kawasaki KH125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki KH125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 14,594 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KH125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R681 DOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KH125 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki KH125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R681 DOU registered?

R681 DOU is a 1998 Kawasaki KH125, first registered on 23 February 1998.

Is R681 DOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R681 DOU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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