MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,150 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Cush drive slightly worn
Rear Shock Has reduced damping effect
Exhaust is starting to melt fairings in various places.
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Front tyre has severe cuts and perishing through tread pattern albeit no cords yet exposed.
Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Exhaust is starting to melt fairings in various places.
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?
Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N253 HCR is a 1996 Kawasaki Unknown in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1996 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 21,211 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N253 HCR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was N253 HCR registered?
N253 HCR is a 1996 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 5 June 1996.
Is N253 HCR safe to buy?
The MOT history for N253 HCR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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