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G448 XML

1990 Kawasaki KR1S

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,187 mi
Last recorded35,187 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki KR1S19,148 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG448 XML
MakeKawasaki
ModelKR1S
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 35,187 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 35,187 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess swinging arm has slight play. (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 35,133 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 34,811 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 34,572 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 34,572 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 34,557 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swinging arm has slight freeplay (2.4.A2a(i))

front mudguard damaged

Pass 29 Mar 2011 33,804 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 33,804 miles

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

brakes binding slightly.

handlebars slightly bent.

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KR1S?

Based on 1,367 MOT tests across 250 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
142
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
suspension bush has excessive free play 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Horn not working 10
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G448 XML is a 1990 Kawasaki KR1S in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki KR1S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 19,148 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 KR1S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G448 XML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KR1S typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Kawasaki KR1S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G448 XML is a 1990 Kawasaki KR1S, first registered on 1 May 1990.

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