MOT Status
ValidMileage
51,204 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Stop lamp not working Front brake lever does not operate the stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak NS fork seal leaking oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Rear shock absorber has no damping (5.3.2 (b))
Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?
Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.
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J490 TKV is a 1992 Kawasaki Unknown in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1992 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 18,789 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J490 TKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 34 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was J490 TKV registered?
J490 TKV is a 1992 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 8 February 1992.
Is J490 TKV safe to buy?
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