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YP02 BWJ

2002 Kawasaki BN125A5

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

9,155 mi
Last recorded9,155 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki BN125A58,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP02 BWJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2024 9,155 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak corroded but not weakened (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak corroded not weakened (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 8,859 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 6,382 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 3,767 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 3,048 miles

tyres old forks pitting spokes corroding

Pass 23 May 2012 3,048 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 3,048 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 3,048 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 3,048 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 3,010 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 3,010 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 3,009 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 3,009 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 3,009 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki BN125A5?

Based on 1,036 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
678
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Drive chain excessively loose 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Drive chain worn to excess 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
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YP02 BWJ is a 2002 Kawasaki BN125A5 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki BN125A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 8,896 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 BN125A5 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YP02 BWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki BN125A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki BN125A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YP02 BWJ is a 2002 Kawasaki BN125A5, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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