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KVN 54W

1981 Kawasaki Z250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

12,528 mi
Last recorded12,528 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z25019,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVN 54W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 12,528 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 12,486 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 12,406 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 12,333 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 12,220 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 12,220 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 12,095 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 11,951 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 11,915 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 11,915 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 11,663 miles

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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KVN 54W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KVN 54W, 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

How do I check the history of KVN 54W?

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What year was KVN 54W registered?

KVN 54W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z250, first registered on 15 January 1981.

Is KVN 54W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVN 54W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KVN 54W have outstanding finance?

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