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R785 TKN

1997 Kawasaki KLR250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,611 mi
Last recorded20,611 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KLR25012,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR785 TKN
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLR250
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 2 May 2026 20,611 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 20,223 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 19,201 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 18,557 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 17,864 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 16,917 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 16,465 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 15,974 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 15,607 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 15,256 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 14,551 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 13,743 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 13,169 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 12,638 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 12,112 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 11,828 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLR250?

Based on 1,453 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
reflector on motorcycle missing 21
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
Tyre is unsuitable 12
Direction indicator not working 12
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R785 TKN is a 1997 Kawasaki KLR250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KLR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 12,279 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KLR250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R785 TKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki KLR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R785 TKN registered?

R785 TKN is a 1997 Kawasaki KLR250, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is R785 TKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R785 TKN shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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