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S588 RKG

1998 Kawasaki BN125A1

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,796 mi
Last recorded11,796 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2014
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki BN125A114,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS588 RKG
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2014 11,796 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 31 Jul 2014 11,790 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 8,552 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 8,489 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 8,283 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 8,167 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki BN125A1?

Based on 1,189 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Drive chain excessively loose 16
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S588 RKG is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 14,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki BN125A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S588 RKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki BN125A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki BN125A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S588 RKG registered?

S588 RKG is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1, first registered on 4 November 1998.

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The MOT history for S588 RKG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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