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NEL 457W

1981 Kawasaki Z250

Red Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,635 mi
Last recorded11,635 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z25019,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEL 457W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2020 11,635 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 11,634 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 11,489 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 11,488 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z250?

Based on 1,777 MOT tests across 379 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
210
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
379
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing 7
Footrest insecure 7
Footrest missing 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
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NEL 457W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z250 in Red with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 19,469 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NEL 457W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z250 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki Z250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NEL 457W registered?

NEL 457W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z250, first registered on 31 January 1981.

Is NEL 457W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEL 457W shows 4 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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