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RUY 473V

1979 Kawasaki KH250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

21,288 mi
Last recorded21,288 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki KH25018,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUY 473V
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH250
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 21,288 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 21,165 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 20,959 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 20,956 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 20,929 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 20,929 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 20,517 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 20,517 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 18 Jul 2011 19,958 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 19,958 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 19,838 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 21 Feb 2006 19,824 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KH250?

Based on 1,987 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Footrest insecure 8
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 6
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RUY 473V is a 1979 Kawasaki KH250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki KH250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 18,274 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 KH250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RUY 473V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KH250 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this Kawasaki KH250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RUY 473V registered?

RUY 473V is a 1979 Kawasaki KH250, first registered on 25 September 1979.

Is RUY 473V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUY 473V shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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