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D983 JHW

1998 Kawasaki EL250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

23,925 mi
Last recorded23,925 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki EL25017,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD983 JHW
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 23,925 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 23,925 miles

Front Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Pass 8 May 2017 23,165 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 22,936 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 22,338 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 22,174 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 18 Oct 2013 22,174 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 6 Sep 2012 19,698 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 19,636 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 19,614 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 May 2011 19,421 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 19,421 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 19,095 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 18,891 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 18,891 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 27 May 2008 18,197 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 17,639 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 17,339 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EL250?

Based on 1,957 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Drive chain excessively loose 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
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D983 JHW is a 1998 Kawasaki EL250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 17,339 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 EL250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D983 JHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D983 JHW is a 1998 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 7 April 1998.

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