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N124 KVG

1996 Kawasaki EL250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

15,895 mi
Last recorded15,895 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2014
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki EL25013,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN124 KVG
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2014 15,895 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 15,886 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 15,886 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 15,773 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 15 Jun 2011 15,772 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Oct 2009 14,839 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 12,573 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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N124 KVG is a 1996 Kawasaki EL250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 13,776 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 N124 KVG, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N124 KVG registered?

N124 KVG is a 1996 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N124 KVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N124 KVG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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