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JRL 149W

1981 Kawasaki Z250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,357 mi
Last recorded45,357 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z25019,469 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRL 149W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2012 45,357 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 45,357 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 45,354 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 45,354 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 45,008 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Dec 2007 45,008 miles

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.

83.9%
Pass Rate
210
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
379
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing 7
Footrest insecure 7
Footrest missing 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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?

The MOT history for JRL 149W shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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