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B182 FHK

1985 Kawasaki Eliminator

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,963 mi
Last recorded45,963 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki Eliminator29,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB182 FHK
MakeKawasaki
ModelEliminator
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 45,963 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 45,783 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 45,760 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 45,734 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 45,291 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 45,024 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 44,943 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 44,938 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 44,938 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly No slack in cable (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 44,917 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 44,901 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 44,766 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 44,596 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 44,316 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 44,077 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 44,075 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 43,306 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 42,585 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 41,839 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 40,539 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 40,450 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 40,376 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Eliminator?

Based on 1,130 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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B182 FHK is a 1985 Kawasaki Eliminator in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki Eliminator models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 29,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Eliminator fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B182 FHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Eliminator typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki Eliminator is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B182 FHK registered?

B182 FHK is a 1985 Kawasaki Eliminator, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B182 FHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B182 FHK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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