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ODE 135Y

1983 Kawasaki Z250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,336 mi
Last recorded22,336 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2012
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z25023,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODE 135Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ250
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2012 22,336 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 22,355 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 22,278 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 22,278 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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ODE 135Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 23,406 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 Z250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ODE 135Y, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ODE 135Y?

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What year was ODE 135Y registered?

ODE 135Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z250, first registered on 12 April 1983.

Is ODE 135Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODE 135Y shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ODE 135Y have outstanding finance?

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