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D589 YAV

1987 Kawasaki KMX125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,412 mi
Last recorded19,412 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki KMX12518,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD589 YAV
MakeKawasaki
ModelKMX125
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 19,412 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 17,183 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 28 Jun 2014 17,979 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

gear change loose

nofront sprocket cover

Pass 28 Jun 2014 17,979 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

gear change loose

nofront sprocket cover

Pass 8 Mar 2013 17,202 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 17,202 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 17,098 miles

Clutch operation stiff

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Engine oil low

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Oct 2011 17,098 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Nearside Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Clutch operation stiff

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Engine oil low

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 13,702 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 13,780 miles
Pass 12 May 2006

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

pillion footrests have been removed

soft rear suspension action

Fail 10 May 2006

Front Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

pillion footrests including brackets have been removed

soft rear suspension action

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KMX125?

Based on 11,529 MOT tests across 1,742 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
575
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 467
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 415
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 275
wheel bearings have excessive free play 229
Headlamp aim too high 221
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D589 YAV is a 1987 Kawasaki KMX125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki KMX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 18,603 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 KMX125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 467 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D589 YAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KMX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki KMX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D589 YAV registered?

D589 YAV is a 1987 Kawasaki KMX125, first registered on 8 April 1987.

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