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F552 XRL

1990 Kawasaki EL250

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,462 mi
Last recorded10,462 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF552 XRL
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 10,462 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2024 10,088 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spots in chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 9,721 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spots in chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 9,293 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake dry pivot on lever (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned chain adjust marks out of line (2.4 (a))

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

Fail 18 Aug 2022 9,293 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake dry pivot on lever (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned chain adjust marks out of line (2.4 (a))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 8,426 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 7,712 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 7,300 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 7,200 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 7,060 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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F552 XRL is a 1990 Kawasaki EL250 in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 F552 XRL, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F552 XRL registered?

F552 XRL is a 1990 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 9 April 1990.

Is F552 XRL safe to buy?

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