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F964 NBB

1989 Kawasaki KR1

Green Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,756 mi
Last recorded25,756 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KR117,162 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF964 NBB
MakeKawasaki
ModelKR1
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 25,756 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 24,963 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 24,143 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 22,677 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2014 22,675 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 22,673 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2010 22,240 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 22,240 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 20,974 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 18,765 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 18,711 miles

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

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KR1?

Based on 783 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Brake disc(s) excessively worn 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
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F964 NBB is a 1989 Kawasaki KR1 in Green with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki KR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,162 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 KR1 fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F964 NBB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KR1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki KR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F964 NBB registered?

F964 NBB is a 1989 Kawasaki KR1, first registered on 5 May 1989.

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