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R773 YBW

1998 Kawasaki KH125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

6,893 mi
Last recorded6,893 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KH12514,594 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR773 YBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 6,893 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 6,893 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls From front brake control (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 6,183 miles

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

Final drive chain requires lubrication (recommend replacing with new)

Front Front position lamp not working

Headlamp beam image poor

Kick starter lever loose on splines

Fail 10 Apr 2024 6,183 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Not working from front brake control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Final drive chain requires lubrication (recommend replacing with new)

Front Front position lamp not working

Headlamp beam image poor

Kick starter lever loose on splines

Pass 22 Mar 2023 5,595 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 5,504 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 5,013 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 5,013 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both (2.3.3)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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R773 YBW is a 1998 Kawasaki KH125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R773 YBW, 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 R773 YBW registered?

R773 YBW is a 1998 Kawasaki KH125, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is R773 YBW safe to buy?

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