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S539 YOX

1998 Kawasaki KLX250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,747 mi
Last recorded16,747 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KLX25016,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS539 YOX
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLX250
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 16,747 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Top Yoke Fractured But Considered Safe

Fail 21 Jun 2024 16,742 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Gear pedal loose

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 15,801 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 15,671 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2019 15,662 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2016 15,438 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Solo seat fitted so no pillion footrests

Pass 24 Jan 2012 13,602 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 12,876 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 11,925 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 11,946 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 11,323 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 11,314 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLX250?

Based on 3,260 MOT tests across 423 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 32
Tyre is unsuitable 28
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S539 YOX is a 1998 Kawasaki KLX250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki KLX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 16,380 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 KLX250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S539 YOX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki KLX250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S539 YOX is a 1998 Kawasaki KLX250, first registered on 4 November 1998.

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