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V138 EBL

1999 Kawasaki KMX125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

15,812 mi
Last recorded15,812 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki KMX12512,743 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV138 EBL
MakeKawasaki
ModelKMX125
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 15,812 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 15,794 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 15,794 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Motorcycle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering foot rest (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2023 15,794 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 15,794 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 15,560 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 15,560 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp not working both levers (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 12,966 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 12,059 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 11,797 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 11,771 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

oil light stays on

rh footrest damaged

Fail 7 Jul 2010 10,595 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 10,595 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 10,184 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 9,603 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 9,603 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2006 8,989 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2006 8,989 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KMX125?

Based on 11,529 MOT tests across 1,742 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
575
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 467
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 415
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 275
wheel bearings have excessive free play 229
Headlamp aim too high 221
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V138 EBL is a 1999 Kawasaki KMX125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki KMX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 12,743 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 KMX125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 467 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V138 EBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KMX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki KMX125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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V138 EBL is a 1999 Kawasaki KMX125, first registered on 23 September 1999.

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