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SJY 856T

1979 Kawasaki KL250

Red Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,124 mi
Last recorded22,124 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJY 856T
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 22,124 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 22,120 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 28 Jul 2017 22,120 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 22,065 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 22,006 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 21,894 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 21,934 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 21,577 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 21,577 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 21,340 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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SJY 856T is a 1979 Kawasaki KL250 in Red with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SJY 856T, 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 47 years old, this Kawasaki KL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJY 856T registered?

SJY 856T is a 1979 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 8 March 1979.

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