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M488 VWE

1995 Kawasaki AR50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,788 mi
Last recorded13,788 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki AR5018,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM488 VWE
MakeKawasaki
ModelAR50
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 May 2025 13,788 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 11,401 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 9,549 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki AR50?

Based on 1,229 MOT tests across 348 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
217
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
348
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Direction indicators not working 32
Direction indicator not working 32
Horn not working 24
Footrest missing 21
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M488 VWE is a 1995 Kawasaki AR50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki AR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 18,125 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki AR50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M488 VWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki AR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 31 years old, this Kawasaki AR50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M488 VWE registered?

M488 VWE is a 1995 Kawasaki AR50, first registered on 21 April 1995.

Is M488 VWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M488 VWE shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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