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WJ02 YMK

2002 Kawasaki KMX125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

22,088 mi
Last recorded22,088 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki KMX12511,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ02 YMK
MakeKawasaki
ModelKMX125
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 22,088 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rocker linkage has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2025 22,076 miles

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2024 21,971 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 21,971 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 21,603 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 21,573 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 21,568 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 21,567 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 16,891 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be miss read

Pass 10 Jan 2012 15,950 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 15,950 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

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

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 12,076 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 12,076 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 11,010 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 10,569 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 9,024 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 9,024 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 7,851 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 7,851 miles

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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WJ02 YMK is a 2002 Kawasaki KMX125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki KMX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 11,770 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 WJ02 YMK, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki KMX125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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WJ02 YMK is a 2002 Kawasaki KMX125, first registered on 20 June 2002.

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