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S296 JCW

1998 Kawasaki KH125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,033 mi
Last recorded19,033 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KH12514,594 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS296 JCW
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2015 19,033 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 18,988 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2014 18,978 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 18,798 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 May 2012 18,633 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 18,633 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 15,411 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 15,411 miles

Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

only one front head lamp bulb working/foot rest rubbers slighly loose

Pass 29 Jun 2010 11,296 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 11,296 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 10,715 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

end of clutch leaver missing

Pass 30 Jun 2007 10,751 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KH125?

Based on 2,902 MOT tests across 597 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
250
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
597
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 113
Direction indicators not working 47
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp 43
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 39
Direction indicator not working 38
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S296 JCW is a 1998 Kawasaki KH125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki KH125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 14,594 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 KH125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S296 JCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KH125 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki KH125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S296 JCW registered?

S296 JCW is a 1998 Kawasaki KH125, first registered on 16 September 1998.

Is S296 JCW safe to buy?

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