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SBJ 226W

1981 Kawasaki KL250

Green Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,030 mi
Last recorded3,030 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki KL2509,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBJ 226W
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 3,030 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2014 3,009 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 2,963 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 2,951 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Jun 2012 2,951 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 May 2011 2,892 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 2,873 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 May 2009 2,846 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 28 May 2009 2,846 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 2,821 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 2,776 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

both rear foot rests loose

Pass 8 Jun 2006 2,713 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KL250?

Based on 2,639 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
242
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Horn not working 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 15
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 15
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SBJ 226W is a 1981 Kawasaki KL250 in Green with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 9,698 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 KL250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SBJ 226W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SBJ 226W registered?

SBJ 226W is a 1981 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 20 March 1981.

Is SBJ 226W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBJ 226W shows 12 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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