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OKM 887W

1981 Kawasaki Z250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,677 mi
Last recorded14,677 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z25019,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKM 887W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2013 14,677 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

rear brake binds slightly

Pass 23 Jun 2012 13,514 miles

Exhaust has been repaired.

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front brake slightly binding.

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear brake slightly binding.

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 23 Jun 2012 13,514 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Exhaust has been repaired.

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front brake slightly binding.

Front tyre side walls perished.

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear brake slightly binding.

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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OKM 887W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 OKM 887W, 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 OKM 887W registered?

OKM 887W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z250, first registered on 1 March 1981.

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