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VRL 210S

1978 Kawasaki KL250

Orange Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,015 mi
Last recorded10,015 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki KL2509,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRL 210S
MakeKawasaki
ModelKL250
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 10,015 miles

gear lever loose

Pass 27 Jun 2014 9,601 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

battery weak, carb flooding, f/tyre soft, number plate delaminating

Pass 18 Jun 2013 9,719 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

kickstart loose

Pass 23 Jun 2012 9,365 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

handlebars slightly twisted

kickstart loose on shaft

nsf footrest slightly loose on mount, nut tight

running poorly, no idle

Fail 23 Jun 2012 9,365 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

handlebars slightly twisted

kickstart loose on shaft

nsf footrest slightly loose on mount, nut tight

running poorly, no idle

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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VRL 210S is a 1978 Kawasaki KL250 in Orange with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki KL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 9,514 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 VRL 210S, 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 48 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 VRL 210S registered?

VRL 210S is a 1978 Kawasaki KL250, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is VRL 210S safe to buy?

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