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R851 EAN

1997 Kawasaki AR50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

7,738 mi
Last recorded7,738 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2006
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki AR509,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR851 EAN
MakeKawasaki
ModelAR50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2006 7,738 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 7,738 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Fail 17 Aug 2006 7,722 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki AR50?

Based on 1,229 MOT tests across 348 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
217
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
348
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Direction indicators not working 32
Direction indicator not working 32
Horn not working 24
Footrest missing 21
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R851 EAN is a 1997 Kawasaki AR50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki AR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 9,832 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 AR50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R851 EAN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki AR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki AR50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R851 EAN registered?

R851 EAN is a 1997 Kawasaki AR50, first registered on 18 October 1997.

Is R851 EAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R851 EAN shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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