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Y165 JCS

2001 Kawasaki BN125A3

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

9,838 mi
Last recorded9,838 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki BN125A310,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY165 JCS
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A3
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 9,838 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 9,822 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 9,779 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 9,770 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 9,741 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 9,642 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 9,568 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 9,516 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 9,496 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 9,476 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 9,459 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 9,459 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 9,406 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 9,380 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 9,320 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 9,198 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 9,073 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 9,012 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 9,010 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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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Y165 JCS is a 2001 Kawasaki BN125A3 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y165 JCS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y165 JCS registered?

Y165 JCS is a 2001 Kawasaki BN125A3, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y165 JCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y165 JCS shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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