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KE03 XGS

2003 Kawasaki BN125A5

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,100 mi
Last recorded19,100 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki BN125A510,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 XGS
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 19,100 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 18,865 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 16,542 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 15,167 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 11,781 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 9,412 miles

Offside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 25 Feb 2011 9,412 miles

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

Offside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Feb 2010 9,068 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 9,068 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 8,982 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 7,818 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 7,810 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 7,795 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki BN125A5?

Based on 1,036 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
678
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Drive chain excessively loose 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Drive chain worn to excess 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
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KE03 XGS is a 2003 Kawasaki BN125A5 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki BN125A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 10,452 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 BN125A5 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE03 XGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki BN125A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki BN125A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KE03 XGS registered?

KE03 XGS is a 2003 Kawasaki BN125A5, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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