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R479 KWS

1998 Kawasaki BN125A5

Purple Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

18,015 mi
Last recorded18,015 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR479 KWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelBN125A5
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2010 18,015 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Aug 2010 18,015 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 14,282 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 14,282 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 13,493 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 12,649 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 11,553 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 11,527 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki BN125A5?

Based on 1,036 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
678
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Drive chain excessively loose 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Drive chain worn to excess 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
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R479 KWS is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A5 in Purple with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki BN125A5 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R479 KWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki BN125A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki BN125A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R479 KWS registered?

R479 KWS is a 1998 Kawasaki BN125A5, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R479 KWS shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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