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S859 JRV

1998 Kawasaki BN125A1

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

14,119 mi
Last recorded14,119 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki BN125A114,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS859 JRV
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A1
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2015 14,119 miles

Advise rear number plate.

Pass 17 Feb 2014 12,941 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 11,140 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 11,140 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 9,384 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 7,159 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2010 7,159 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 29 Aug 2009 4,674 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 4,674 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 4,240 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 4,161 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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S859 JRV is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S859 JRV, 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 S859 JRV registered?

S859 JRV is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A1, first registered on 15 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S859 JRV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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