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MRE 238V

1980 Kawasaki KE175

Red Petrol 174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,253 mi
Last recorded9,253 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2013
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki KE17511,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRE 238V
MakeKawasaki
ModelKE175
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine174cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2013 9,253 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 9,136 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 9,136 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 9,068 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 8,819 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KE175?

Based on 673 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
124
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Horn not working 7
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 6
Direction indicator not working 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
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MRE 238V is a 1980 Kawasaki KE175 in Red with a 174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki KE175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 11,865 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 KE175 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MRE 238V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KE175 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki KE175 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MRE 238V registered?

MRE 238V is a 1980 Kawasaki KE175, first registered on 22 May 1980.

Is MRE 238V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRE 238V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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