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L561 PMH

1994 Kawasaki EL250

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,170 mi
Last recorded13,170 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki EL25016,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL561 PMH
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 13,170 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Road spring corroded n/s + o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 6 May 2022 13,170 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Road spring corroded n/s + o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 12,037 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 12,036 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2019 12,036 miles

Rear side wall split but not in excess of requirements.

Fail 26 Oct 2019 12,036 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear side wall split but not in excess of requirements.

Pass 14 Dec 2018 11,534 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 10,391 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

headlight mask fitted at time of testing

rear tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 20 Jan 2016 10,254 miles

Rear tyre side wall has minor cracks not affecting structure

Pass 27 Nov 2014 10,184 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 10,172 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 May 2012 9,478 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 8,747 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 8,717 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake pad is fitted incorrectly

Pass 19 Oct 2009 7,908 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front brake is dragging slightly

Pass 25 May 2007 7,877 miles

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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L561 PMH is a 1994 Kawasaki EL250 in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 16,233 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 L561 PMH, 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 32 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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L561 PMH is a 1994 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 5 March 1994.

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