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Y159 XEV

2001 Kawasaki BN125A3

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

32,300 mi
Last recorded32,300 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2011
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki BN125A310,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY159 XEV
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Nov 2011 32,300 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

rear brake cable in poor condition [rusting]

rear brake sticks on slighly

Pass 19 Nov 2011 32,300 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

rear brake cable in poor condition [rusting]

rear brake sticks on slighly

Pass 13 Nov 2010 24,034 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

drive chain worn

Fail 13 Nov 2010 24,034 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

drive chain worn

Fail 2 Nov 2009 21,746 miles

front brake binding

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 21,746 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front brake binding

Fail 4 Oct 2008 16,097 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

poor reserve front brake travel

Pass 4 Oct 2008 16,097 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

poor reserve front brake travel

Pass 11 Apr 2008 8,432 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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Y159 XEV is a 2001 Kawasaki BN125A3 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki BN125A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 10,969 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 Y159 XEV, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki BN125A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y159 XEV is a 2001 Kawasaki BN125A3, first registered on 13 July 2001.

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