CarVerify

Free Car Check

L836 CHG

1993 Kawasaki EL250

Red Petrol 249cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

35,143 mi
Last recorded35,143 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EL25016,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL836 CHG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2017 35,143 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 1 Apr 2017 35,143 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 34,094 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 31,705 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2012 31,671 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 27,799 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front mudgaurd corroded

rear tyre perished slightly

Fail 3 Sep 2010 27,742 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front mudgaurd corroded

rear tyre perished slightly

Pass 25 May 2009 25,788 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 24,768 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 23,325 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
Full Kawasaki EL250 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L836 CHG is a 1993 Kawasaki EL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 L836 CHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L836 CHG?

You can check the full history of L836 CHG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L836 CHG registered?

L836 CHG is a 1993 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L836 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L836 CHG shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L836 CHG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L836 CHG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.