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W491 UAW

2000 Kawasaki BN125A3

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,156 mi
Last recorded7,156 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki BN125A311,310 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW491 UAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A3
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 7,156 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 7,057 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies whilst foot brake applied (1.3.1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength bent (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fuel system component leaking fuel leak on carb (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2012 4,536 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki BN125A3?

Based on 1,260 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
637
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 35
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Drive chain excessively loose 29
wheel bearings have excessive free play 24
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
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W491 UAW is a 2000 Kawasaki BN125A3 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki BN125A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 11,310 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 BN125A3 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W491 UAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki BN125A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Kawasaki BN125A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W491 UAW registered?

W491 UAW is a 2000 Kawasaki BN125A3, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W491 UAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W491 UAW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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