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S487 LEP

1998 Kawasaki KMX125

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,745 mi
Last recorded17,745 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KMX12514,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS487 LEP
MakeKawasaki
ModelKMX125
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 17,745 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 17,723 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 May 2025 14,259 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 15 May 2025 14,259 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 14,259 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 14,244 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 13,347 miles

No indicators fitted

Slight noise from front wheel bearing wheel rotated

Tape on headlamp to deflected L/H traffic beamed headlamp fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2020 11,336 miles

Headlight Mask fitted

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KMX125?

Based on 11,529 MOT tests across 1,742 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
575
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 467
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 415
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 275
wheel bearings have excessive free play 229
Headlamp aim too high 221
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S487 LEP is a 1998 Kawasaki KMX125 in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki KMX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 14,354 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KMX125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 467 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S487 LEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KMX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki KMX125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S487 LEP registered?

S487 LEP is a 1998 Kawasaki KMX125, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S487 LEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S487 LEP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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