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N442 WFJ

1994 Kawasaki EL250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,532 mi
Last recorded25,532 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki EL25016,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN442 WFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 25,532 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 25,528 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 25,518 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 25,518 miles

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 24,928 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 23,343 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Jul 2011 23,292 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 21,435 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 21,434 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 18,968 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 16,375 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 16,141 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2006 16,141 miles

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2005 15,575 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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N442 WFJ is a 1994 Kawasaki EL250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 16,233 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 N442 WFJ, 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 32 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N442 WFJ registered?

N442 WFJ is a 1994 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 1 January 1994.

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