MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,357 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)
Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z250?
Based on 1,777 MOT tests across 379 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JRL 149W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 19,469 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 Z250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JRL 149W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki Z250 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki Z250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was JRL 149W registered?
JRL 149W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z250, first registered on 24 March 1981.
Is JRL 149W safe to buy?
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