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K42 XTA

1993 Kawasaki EL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,312 mi
Last recorded23,312 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2012
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EL25016,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK42 XTA
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Mar 2012 23,312 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

left rear indicator loose

main beam warning light inop

Pass 29 Mar 2012 23,312 miles

left rear indicator loose

main beam warning light inop

Pass 18 Nov 2010 23,079 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 23,076 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 22,914 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 22,914 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 22,837 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 22,674 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 22,674 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EL250?

Based on 1,957 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Drive chain excessively loose 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
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K42 XTA is a 1993 Kawasaki EL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 16,622 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 EL250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K42 XTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K42 XTA registered?

K42 XTA is a 1993 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 12 June 1993.

Is K42 XTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K42 XTA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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