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P103 KFM

1997 Kawasaki AR50

Red Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

6,607 mi
Last recorded6,607 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki AR509,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP103 KFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelAR50
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2013 6,607 miles

slight play in top rear suspension bush

Fail 31 Aug 2013 6,602 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

no charge in battery

slight play in top rear suspension bush

Pass 10 Aug 2012 6,552 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 6,552 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 6,540 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 6,533 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 21,912 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2007 20,096 miles

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front Upper Front suspension assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

engine tickover slighty high

Fail 9 Jun 2006 20,097 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki AR50?

Based on 1,229 MOT tests across 348 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
217
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
348
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Direction indicators not working 32
Direction indicator not working 32
Horn not working 24
Footrest missing 21
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P103 KFM is a 1997 Kawasaki AR50 in Red with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki AR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 9,832 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 AR50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P103 KFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki AR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki AR50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P103 KFM registered?

P103 KFM is a 1997 Kawasaki AR50, first registered on 27 January 1997.

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