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C185 NGJ

1996 Kawasaki Unknown

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,956 mi
Last recorded19,956 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Unknown21,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC185 NGJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelUnknown
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 19,956 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 19,913 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 19,674 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 19,637 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 19,637 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2021 19,618 miles

throttle cable tight

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?

Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
3,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
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C185 NGJ is a 1996 Kawasaki Unknown in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 21,211 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C185 NGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C185 NGJ?

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What year was C185 NGJ registered?

C185 NGJ is a 1996 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 7 June 1996.

Is C185 NGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C185 NGJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C185 NGJ have outstanding finance?

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