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UPW 511X

1981 Kawasaki Unknown

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,684 mi
Last recorded14,684 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Unknown21,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPW 511X
MakeKawasaki
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 14,684 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No chainguard fitted at time of test

Fail 8 Jul 2017 14,684 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No chainguard fitted at time of test

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?

Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
3,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
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UPW 511X is a 1981 Kawasaki Unknown in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 21,740 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPW 511X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UPW 511X?

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What year was UPW 511X registered?

UPW 511X is a 1981 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 12 October 1981.

Is UPW 511X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPW 511X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UPW 511X have outstanding finance?

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