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R889 CNW

1997 Kawasaki KL250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,689 mi
Last recorded4,689 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KL25013,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR889 CNW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2025 4,689 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 4,553 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 4,355 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 4,343 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 4,163 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 4,104 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 3,727 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 3,150 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 2,858 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 2,791 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 2,774 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 2,579 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 1,683 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 708 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 679 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 464 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL250?

Based on 2,639 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
242
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Horn not working 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 15
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 15
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R889 CNW is a 1997 Kawasaki KL250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 13,350 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R889 CNW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R889 CNW?

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What year was R889 CNW registered?

R889 CNW is a 1997 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R889 CNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R889 CNW 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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