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R779 PKS

1997 Kawasaki Unknown

Green Petrol 290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,730 mi
Last recorded6,730 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Unknown21,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR779 PKS
MakeKawasaki
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine290cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 6,730 miles

Head bearings worn up and down and side to side

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jan 2018 6,729 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

IMPORTANT. Do not use failure or PRS against this item. For tyre defects please enter 5650 in the 'Find item' box above. All tyres have not for highway use (9.4)

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Stop lamp not working Not fitted (1.2.1b)

Head bearings worn up and down and side to side

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?

Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
3,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
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R779 PKS is a 1997 Kawasaki Unknown in Green with a 290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 21,533 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R779 PKS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R779 PKS registered?

R779 PKS is a 1997 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R779 PKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R779 PKS shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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