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G278 BVT

1990 Kawasaki KR1

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,437 mi
Last recorded7,437 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki KR117,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG278 BVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelKR1
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 7,437 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 7,429 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 7,336 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2016 7,329 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 930 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 225 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 28,679 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 28,634 miles

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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G278 BVT is a 1990 Kawasaki KR1 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki KR1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 17,750 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 G278 BVT, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki KR1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of G278 BVT?

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What year was G278 BVT registered?

G278 BVT is a 1990 Kawasaki KR1, first registered on 9 March 1990.

Is G278 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G278 BVT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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