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RUY 488V

1980 Kawasaki Z250

Green Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,394 mi
Last recorded12,394 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z25020,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUY 488V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ250
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 12,394 miles

rear tyre perishing

Fail 17 Aug 2018 12,394 miles

Fuel cap ineffective split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

rear tyre perishing

Pass 2 May 2012 12,303 miles

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 1 May 2012 12,290 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 11,742 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z250?

Based on 1,777 MOT tests across 379 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
210
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
379
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing 7
Footrest insecure 7
Footrest missing 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
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RUY 488V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z250 in Green with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 20,628 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 Z250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RUY 488V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z250 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RUY 488V registered?

RUY 488V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z250, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is RUY 488V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUY 488V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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