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W988 FUG

2000 Kawasaki EL250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

5,857 mi
Last recorded5,857 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki EL2508,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW988 FUG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 5,857 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 5,522 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 5,506 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 5,444 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 5,444 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 5,351 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 5,335 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 5,313 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 5,313 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 5,091 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 5,047 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 5,047 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 5,015 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 4,986 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 4,624 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 3,802 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 3,435 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EL250?

Based on 1,957 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Drive chain excessively loose 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
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W988 FUG is a 2000 Kawasaki EL250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 8,657 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EL250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W988 FUG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 26 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W988 FUG registered?

W988 FUG is a 2000 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W988 FUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W988 FUG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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