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G896 VBC

1989 Kawasaki GPX250R

Multi-colour Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,276 mi
Last recorded19,276 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPX250R24,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG896 VBC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX250R
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 19,276 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 18,868 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 1 Jun 2015 18,868 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 1 Jul 2014 18,866 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 17,936 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 17,936 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 31 May 2007 17,904 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 17,904 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPX250R?

Based on 1,304 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
403
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
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G896 VBC is a 1989 Kawasaki GPX250R in Multi-colour with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki GPX250R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 24,620 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 GPX250R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G896 VBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPX250R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki GPX250R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G896 VBC registered?

G896 VBC is a 1989 Kawasaki GPX250R, first registered on 24 August 1989.

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